Neural and Hormone Systems Flashcards

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myelin sheath

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specialized cells that are wrapped around the axon to help transmit message

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Action potential

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electrochemical impulses that travels from the cell body down to the end of the axon

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Synapse

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junction between two neurons

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Neurotransmitters

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Chemical signal between neurons

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What are endorphins

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Reduce pain and promote pleasure

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what is Dopamine and what is the result of having too much?

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affect neurons involved in voluntary movement, reward, learning, memory

schizophrenia

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Serotonin

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Affects neurons involved in sleep, appetite, mood

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epinephrine and norepinephrine

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aka adrenaline and noradrenaline

Involved in stress response

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sympathetic

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increase physiological arousal

stress

fight or flight

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parasympathetic

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decreases arousal

peace

rest and digest

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