Biological Perspective: Central Nervous System Flashcards

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consists of the brain and spinal cord, which work together to control bodily functions, thoughts, emotions, and behaviors

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Central Nervous System

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Spinal Cord: Two main functions

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Message transmission
Reflex control

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command center of the body, processing sensory information, making decisions, and controlling
responses

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Brain

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Spinal Cord: Three types of Neurons

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Afferent (sensory) neurons
Efferent (motor) neurons
Interneurons

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controlled by the spinal cord alone allows for very fast response times

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Reflex Arc

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