Brain
This part of the brain controls balance and coordination.
The Cerebellum
These carry messages away from the neuron’s cell body.
The Axon
This gland is known as the “master gland.”
Pituitary Gland
This system controls voluntary movements.
Somatic Nervous System
This part of the neuron receives incoming signals.
Dendrites
This structure is responsible for processing emotions like fear.
The Amygdala
The gap between neurons where communication occurs.
The Synapse
This hormone regulates sleep cycles.
Melatonin
This is the "digest and rest" system
parasympathetic nervous system
Damage to this area can cause "word salad"
Wernickes Area
This lobe is responsible for decision-making and impulse control.
The Frontal Lobe
This neurotransmitter is associated with reward and pleasure
Dopamine
These glands release adrenaline during stress.
Adrenal Glands
This division activates “fight or flight
sympathetic nervous system
This neurotransmitter is linked to muscle action and Alzheimer’s disease
acetylcholine
This structure connects the left and right hemispheres.
The Corpus Callosum
Level of stimulation required to trigger a reaction.
The Threshold
This hormone is often called the “stress hormone.”
Cortisol
This part of the nervous system includes the brain and spinal cord.
The CNS
This principle states that neurons fire completely or not at all
the all-or-none law
Damage to this area can result in inability to form new memories.
Damage to this area can result in inability to form new memories.
Involved in mental disorders such as depression
serotonin
This gland regulates metabolism.
The Thyroid Gland
This neuron send instructions to body tissue.
Motor Neuron
When damaged comprehension remains intact but speech is ruined.
Brocas Area