Neural plasticity is the brain's ability to change and adapt throughout a person's life. This process allows the brain to reorganize itself by forming new neural connections in response to learning, experience, or injury. It plays a crucial role in development, memory, and recovery from brain damage. There are two main types of neural plasticity: structural plasticity, which involves physical changes in the brain's structure, and functional plasticity, which refers to the brain's ability to shift functions from damaged areas to healthy ones. These adaptations help individuals learn new skills and recover from neurological challenges.