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What is the effect of the tactile stimulation?<br />

-Larger brain<br />

-More connections generally in cortex<br />

-Enhanced cognitive & motor performance<br />

-Changes in the genes turned ‘on’ <strong>and</strong> ‘off’<br />

(epigenetic changes)<br />

Conclusion: Experience can alter the production<br />

of proteins in the skin, which in turn<br />

can alter the PFC through effects on genes.

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