The brain is divided in three parts
cerebellum, cerebrum and brain stem
Type of diseases
infectious and non-infectious
The abuse of substances can cause...
addiction
Two types of systems in the peripheral nerves
Somatic system and automatic system
This hemisphere controls the left side of our body and our creativity.
right hemisphere
Parts of the nervous system
brain, spinal cord and peripheral nerves
Type of Pathogens
Bacteria, virus, fungi and protists
When the effects of the substance decrease and a person needs another dose to feel well again is called...
withdrawal
When we feel cold, our skin sends information through this system
somatic system
This part of the brain is formed by the two cerebral hemispheres
cerebrum
Parts of a neuron
dendrites, soma, axon
Poliomyelitis can produce...
paralysis in the legs.
Recreational drugs can be classified as...
depressants and stimulants
This is the internal equilibrium of our body
Homeostasis
The involuntary movement or response to a stimulus
reflex
The six steps of the Chain of Infection
Infectious agent, reservoir, portal of exit, mode of transmission, portal of entry, susceptible host.
Meningitis is...
commonly produced by a virus.
These are considered legal drugs, but they also damage the nervous system.
nicotine and alcohol
This type of neuron transmits information from one neuron to another
interneuron
Concussions can be avoided by wearing this tool
helmet
Effects caused by damage to the nervous system
Physical, behavioral, social
3 examples of non-infectious diseases are...
cancer, cardiovascular problems, Diabetes, chronic kidney disease, and chronic hypertension.
3 example of stimulants are...
cola drinks, coffee, tea, cocaine, ecstasy, and amphetamines.
This part of the brain is responsible for the involuntary movements
brain stem
If some is sick he or she will required to have one of this.
medical examination