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What is neuroscience?
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The scientific study of the brain and of the links between brain activity and behavior
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The Nervous System
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Function – gather and process info, produce responses to stimuli, and coordinate workings of cells
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Two main parts of nervous system
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Central nervous system (CNS)
Peripheral nervous system (PNS) |
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Central Nervous System
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CNS – brain and spinal cord
Receives, processes, interprets, and stores incoming sensory info Sends messages to various parts of body Spinal cord is bridge between the brain and lower part of the body Spinal reflexes – automatic, do not require brain |
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Peripheral Nervous System
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PNS – handles input and output
Contains all nerves except brain and spinal cord |
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Two Parts of Peripheral Nervous System
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Somatic – (skeletal nervous system) voluntary action
Autonomic – (automatic) regulates blood vessels, glands, and internal organs Sympathetic - excites Parasympathetic - calms |
