Nervous System
True or false: the nervous system only works in one direction
false
The word "optical" refers to which of our five senses?
sight
True or false: your brain is always behind the scenes working hard, even if you try to trick your brain or "tell it what to do
true
True or false: if you are emotionally healthy, it means you are always happy
false
What are three things that happen in your body automatically? (autonomic nervous system)
breathing, heartbeat, digestion, sweating, salivating, etc.
Sound is created by _________.
vibrations
What sense is connected to the occipital lobe? (located in the back of the brain)
sight
What is amnesia?
What is included in the peripheral nervous system?
nerves that branch off from your brain and spinal cord and run throughout your body
your brain is helping you avoid rotten food that can make you sick
Name one of the three main structures of the brain
brain stem, cerebellum, cerebrum
Name one good thing and one bad things about social media
helps us stay connected, find others of similar interests, learn new skills
addictive, time wasting, causes anxiety, everyone looks perfect (comparison)
What two parts of the body make up the central nervous system?
Brain and spinal cord
Name all five tastes
sweet, salty, sour, bitter, umami
Which part of the brain controls automatic actions?
brain stem
Describe one way to help anxious feelings
What are neurons?
nerve cells; they are the building blocks of the nervous system
How many taste buds do our tongues have?
a. 2,000-8,000
b. 400-1200
c. 2 million - 3 million
2,000-8,000
Describe what homeostasis in the body means?
when things in the body are in balance
Name 3 ways you could improve your social health?
go to the park or play outside more often, sports team, club, or youth group