nervous system
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Nervous System
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The nervous system is a network of specialized cells that communicate information about an animal's surroundings and itself.
It processes this information and causes reactions in other parts of the body. It is composed of neurons and other specialized cells called glia, that aid in the function of the neurons.
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The body is made up of billions of cells. Cells of the nervous system, called neurons.
Neurons are electrically excitable cells in the nervous system that process and transmit information.
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Functions of the Nervous System
Communication and coordination Adapt and respond to changes from
both inside and outside the body 2. Site of reasoning- The Brain 3. Two main divisions
Central nervous system (CNS): brain and spinal cord
Peripheral nervous system- the nerves
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Basic nerve cell structure
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Neurons consist of:
CELL BODY: The cell body is the central part of the neuron.
DENDRITES (Receiving Part): The dendrites of a neuron are cellular extensions with many branches. They receive the electrochemical message from other neurons and act to conduct that message. The overall shape and structure of dendrites is referred to as a dendrites tree.
AXON (Sending Part): The axon is a finer, cable-like projection which can extend tens, hundreds, or even tens of thousands of times the diameter of the soma/cell body in length. They transmit the Electrochemical message to other neurons
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AXON TERMINAL: The axon terminal contains synapses, “specialized structures where neurotransmitter chemicals are released in order to communicate with target neurons”.
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3 main types of nerve cells
sensory neurone
relay neurone
motor neurone
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Sensory neurons
Carries impulses from receptors e.g pain receptors in skin to the CNS( brain or spinal cord)
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Relay neuron
Carries impulses from sensory nerves to motor nerves.
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Motor neuron
Carries impulses from CNS to effector e.g. muscle to bring about movement or gland to bring about secretion of hormone e.g ADH
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Transmission of signals
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Synapse
The junction between the axon terminals of a neuron and the dendrite of the receiving cell is called a synapse.
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The Synapse
parkinsons
parkinson
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Neurotransmitters
The axon’s knob-like terminals release chemical messengers, called neurotransmitters, into the synaptic gap.
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Dopamine – neurotransmitter of pleasure and pain, acts on the sympathetic nervous system producing effects such as increased heart rate and blood pressure, and is necessary for mental alertness, relaxation, pain relief and happiness.
Dopamine Imbalances Cause Sleep Disorders In Animal Models Of Parkinson's Disease And Schizophrenia.
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Serotonin - the master neurotransmitter. A molecule of happiness. It is found all over the body, with large concentration (95%) in digestive track and is necessary to balance the levels of the stress hormones.
Serotonin is a precursor of melatonin, the hormone that is release at night, when you are asleep. Serotonin also regulates mood and appetite.
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Norepinephrine – also known as a noradrenaline. A hormone – neurotransmitter release by adrenal glands in response to perceived threat. High levels of this hormone result in anxiety and insomnia. Norepinephrine also regulates metabolic processes (heart beat, blood pressure), calmness, relaxation and focus.
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Epinephrine – also known as adrenalin. A "fight or flight" hormone - neurotransmitter secreted by the adrenal and released into the bloodstream in response to physical or mental stress, as from fear or injury. It initiates many bodily responses, including the stimulation of heart action and an increase in blood pressure, metabolic rate, and blood glucose concentration. Helps with focus, attention and productivity.
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