Autonomic Nervous System (ANS) Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
TRUE OR FALSE
The ANS controls voluntary bodily functions
A
FALSE
The ANS controls involuntary bodily functions such as heart beat, digestion and breathing
2
Q
Why is the ANS relevant to psychology?
A
It provides context surrounding feelings of stress, emotions and other psychological states impacting physiological responses
3
Q
What are the two main components of the ANS?
A
- Sympathetic system
- Parasympathetic system
4
Q
What do the two main components of the ANS do?
A
Maintain homeostasis
5
Q
What is homeostasis?
A
The inner workings of the human body—regulating and balancing the body despite external changes
