Outrageously Funny Word Dictionary :: Subvitalization

👉 Subvitalization is a process in which an organism's nervous system, particularly its brain and spinal cord, undergoes a reduction in volume and density to conserve energy during periods of rest. This can occur due to various physiological conditions such as neurological disease, anesthesia, or starvation. The term "subvitalization" was coined by the American Neurological Association in 1948 to describe this phenomenon. It is important for understanding the impact of sleep deprivation on brain function and for identifying

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