Biopsychology 9/15 Flashcards
1
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How is the Nervous System divided?
A
- Central Nervous System → Spinal Cord + Brain
- Peripheral Nervous System → Somatic Nervous System + Autonomic Nervous System → Sympathetic Nervous System + Parasympathetic System
2
Q
What is the Central Nervous System (CNS)?
A
- Consists of the brain and spinal cord
- Controls behaviour and regulates body’s physiological processes
3
Q
What is the role of the Spinal Cord in the CNS?
A
- Relay info between brain and rest of body
- Allows monitoring and regulation of bodily processes + coordination of movements
4
Q
What is the Peripheral Nervous System?
A
- All the nerves outside the CNS
- Divided into somatic and autonomic nervous system
5
Q
What is the Somatic Nervous System?
A
- Division responsible for carrying sensory and motor information to and from the CNS
6
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What is the Autonomic Nervous System?
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- Regulates involuntary actions e.g. heartbeat and digestion
