Term ID: T3078

Kindling Effect

/kindling-effect/
A neurological phenomenon where repeated mild stimulation eventually triggers major responses, particularly relevant in seizure disorders and mood episodes.
Example: Repeated minor stressors eventually triggering major depressive episodes in individuals with bipolar disorder.

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Reference: Post (1992)