CST - Grief & Loss Flashcards
1
Q
what is the reticular formation?
A
The neurological structure shaped like a net and located in the brainstem.
2
Q
Which system of the brain is associated with the reticular formation?
A
The limbic system
3
Q
What nerves and joints are most closely related to the reticular activating system?
A
The trigeminal nerve, also known as cranial nerve five and the TMJ
4
Q
When is the RAS activated?
A
In situations that provoke fear for the flight or flight response
5
Q
What systems of the human body does the RAS affect?
A
The reticular system influences every other system in the human body from cardiovascular to G.I. to endocrine to emotional response
