Chapter 2-Psychology
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fiona25 on October 6, 2011
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Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
 Neuron | Any individual nerve cell. |
| Neurotransmitter | Any chemical released by a neuron that alters activity in other neurons. |
| Central Nervous System (CNS) | The brain and spinal cord. |
| Periperal Nervous System (PNS) | All parts of the nervous system outside the brain and spinal cord. |
| Autonomic Nervous System (ANS) | The system of nerves carrying information to and from the internal organs and glands. |
| Sympathetic Branch | The branch of the ANS that arouses the body. |
| Parasympathetic Branch | The branch of the ANS that quiets the body. |
| Forebrain | Logic/memory/emotion (largest area). |
| Midbrain | Pain/pleasure. |
| Hindbrain | Life support. |
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