Biological Bases of Behaviour Flashcards
Primary function of the nervous system
senses - process information - triggers reaction
Primary function of a neuron?
transfer info within N.S - receive, process, transmit
What is a sensory neuron?
transmit info from sensory receptors to the brain
AFFERENT
What is a motor neuron?
transmit commands from brain to muscles/glands
EFFERENT
What is an interneuron?
interconnect sensory and motor neurons
Function of the thyroid gland
growth, metabolism, energy levels, mood
Function of the adrenal glands
adrenaline - emergencies/threat
Pancreas
blood-sugar levels
What makes up the nervous system
CNS - brain, spinal cord, nerves
PNS - sensory neurons, ganglia (cluster of neurons)
What is the autonomic NS?
involuntary - body processes; BP, breathing
What is the somatic system?
voluntary - nerves that connect brain/spinal cord to muscles and sensory receptors
What is the endocrine system?
glands that release hormones into the blood - activate cells in the body
What are mirror neurons?
action perception, imitative behaviour, understanding and perceiving actions
social interactions + personal relationships
Types of neurotramsitters
(nora)Adrenaline, GABA, endorphins, glutamate, dopamine, serotonin
Process of a nerve pulse
action potential = release of neurotransmitters