CNS- Hierarchy of CNS Organization

Question 1

What are the functions of the cerebral cortex?

Answer 1

sensory perception, motor control, language, cognitive functions

Question 2

What are the functions of the basal ganglia

Answer 2

initiation of movement and inhibition of antagonistic muscles
not needed just ex. hamstring to the quadricep

Question 3

what is the function of the thalamus?

Answer 3

selects and relays sensory signals to the cortex

Question 4

what are the functions of the hypothalamus?

Answer 4

maintaining homeostasis and emotions–> like fright, flight or fight

Question 5

what are the functions of the cerebellum?

Answer 5

balance and voluntary movement, like eye, coordination, learning

Question 6

what are the functions of the brainstem

Answer 6

controls the cardiovascular, digestive and respiratory systems. sleep/wake cycle, arousal, balance and posture and initiates the locomotor system

Question 7

what is the function of the spinal cord

Answer 7

locomotor pattern generator