Nervous System
What is the sending end of a neuron called?
The axon
This neurotransmitter contributes to a sense of calm.
Serotonin
What is the outer most layer of the meninges?
Dura mater
Located in the middle of the brain, known as the relay station. All senses excluding smell are processed here.
Thalamus
Antisocial Personality Disorder
What are the receiving tendrils of the neuron called?
Dentrites
This neurotransmitter is associated with the "fight or flight" response
Epinephrine
Lace-like layer of the meninges.
Arachnoid
What part of the brain connects to the spinal cord and controls involuntary processes like breathing and heartbeat?
What is the brain stem?
People who have unrealistic fear that they have a serious medical condition.
Hypochondria
What are the 3 types of neurons?
Sensory neurons, motor neurons, and interneurons
Which neurotransmitter is associated with pain relief
Endorphins
The outer layer of nerves.
Myelin Sheath
The middle portion of the brain stem, coordinates facial movements and hearing/balance.
Pons
What's the difference between substance abuse and addiction?
Addiction is a disease, meaning the person cant stop using even when your condition causes you harm.
What portion if the nervous system controls voluntary movement
Somatic
Which neurotransmitter's are released during pleasurable activities
Dopamine and Endorphins
The largest and most complex portion of the brain.
Cerebrum
Bottom of the brain stem, regulates breathing, heart rhythm, blood pressure and swallowing.
Medulla Oblongata
People who have two or more separate identities.
Dissociative Identity Disorder
This part of the autonomic nervous system is responsible for "fight or flight" response
Sympathetic
If too little of this neurotransmitter is present, it can cause muscle rigidity and tremors commonly found in Parkinson's
Dopamine
Known as the "little brain" and regulates a wide range of functions. It holds more than half of the body's neurons.
Cerebellum
What part of the brain controls temperature, like a thermostat?
What is the hypothalamus?
The term for high functioning autism.
Aspergers