Protecting the CNS
An infection leading to inflammation of the meninges is called...
What is meningitis
This region of the brain has the most neurons
What is the cerebellum
A mild TBI that affects/damages brain function
What is a concussion
Many drugs target this neurotransmitter
What is dopemine
A condition resulting from disintegrating myelin sheath
What is multiple sclerosis
Meninges layer that is like a leather belt
What is dura mater
The bulgy folds of the brain are called...
What are gyri
In general, CTE is what kind of disease?
What is a neurodegenerative disease
SSRI's reuptake which neurotransmitter?
What is serotonin
A symptom of this disorder includes shaky motor movements
What is Parkinson's
Meninges layer that holds CSF to create cushioning for the brain
What is arachnoid mater
Found in the diencephalon, this is a signal relay station
What is the thalamus
CVA is the medical term for...
What is a stroke
The neurotransmitter that controls muscle movements/contracitons?
What is Acetylcholine
An umbrella term for decline in cognitive function, including memory and reasoning
What is dementia
Cells the attach to blood vessels creating the blood brain barrier
What are astrocytes
In the brain stem, the Medulla Oblongata controls another very important involuntary function.....
What is heart rate or blood pressure
In the acronym BE FAST, what does S stand for?
What is speech
Deficiencies of this neurotransmitter can lead to IBS
What is serotonin
Condition that causes degeneration of motor neurons
What is ALS
What are the other two functions of CSF besides cushioning/protection?
What are nourishment and waste removal
Found in the diencephalon, this is your "survival instincts" region
What is the hypothalamus
This is the usual cause of a CVA...
What is a blood clot in the brain
This neurotransmitter controls your ability to concentrate and plays a role in movement
What is dopamine
Condition caused by die off of neurons that produce dopamine
What is Parkinson's