CNS & PNS
The division of the Peripheral Nervous System which controls the skeletal muscles, the ones we have control over is called the
what is the somatic division
The part of the nervous system that conducts information to and from the brain
what is the spinal cord?
The neurons receiving the neurotransmitter after the synapse
what are post synaptic neurons?
the psychostimulant drug that binds the adenosine receptor and keeps us from falling asleep. Enhances release of adrenaline. Most widely used drug.
what is caffeine?
regulates homeostasis including regulating body temperature, blood pressure, hunger, thirst, responses to pain and pleasure.
what is the hypothalamus
Central Nervous System is made up of
brain and spinal cord
The Peripheral Nervous System is made up of
what are cranial nerves, spinal nerves and their branches?
Neurotransmitters are contained in membrane-bound vesicles found in the
what is axon bulb?
the psychoactive drug that passes directly from the stomach and small intestine into the bloodstream, reaches the brain in less than a minute where it diffuses through cell membranes slowing electrical messages. Second most widely used drug.
what is alcohol?
looks like a seahorse, is responsible for changing short term memories into long term memories
what is the hippocampus?
What is the very important insulating coating around the axon which helps electrical messages move faster?
what is myelin sheath?
The division of the autonomic Peripheral Nervous System which controls the rest and digest functions is the
what is parasympathetic?
he neurotransmitter that puts you on hyper-alert
what is norepinephrone?
the psychostimulant drug that mimics acetylcholine (ACh)? Reduces fatigue, enhances memory and learning, improves motor skills. Third most widely used drug.
what is nicotine?
responsible for evaluating emotion, it helps the brain evaluate potential threats.
what is the amygdala?
The division of the autonomic Peripheral Nervous System which controls the fight, flight or freeze reactions is the
what is the sympathetic division?
The function of the medulla oblongata/ brain stem.
what is Maintain homeostatic functions?
the location of the neurotransmitter before it is released into the synaptic cleft (gap)?
what is membrane bound vesicles?
crosses the blood brain barrier and interacts with the brain
what is a psychoactive drug?
transmits sensory information to the brain for evaluation, often called the gateway to the brain.
what is the thalamus?
What is the name of the smaller, more prevalent cells that serve supportive functions to the neurons?
what are neuroglia or glia?
Performs higher mental functions,, interprets sensory stimuli, plans and initiate movement
what is the cerebrum?
this neurotransmitter dampens all neuronal activity in the whole brain, it is inhibitory
what is aldosterone?
disease that is preventable
what is fetal alcohol syndrome?