Central Nervous System (CNS) – The part of the nervous system consisting of the brain and spinal cord, responsible for processing information and coor

Central Nervous System (CNS)

The part of the nervous system consisting of the brain and spinal cord, responsible for processing information and coordinating bodily functions.

Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (fMRI)

A brain imaging technique that measures brain activity by detecting changes in blood flow, often used to study cognitive functions and neurological disorders.

Limbic System

A group of brain structures involved in emotion, memory, and motivation, including the hippocampus, amygdala, and hypothalamus.

Nervous System

The network of nerve cells and fibers that transmits signals between different parts of the body; includes the central and peripheral nervous systems.

Neurotransmitters

Chemical messengers that transmit signals between neurons in the brain and nervous system, influencing mood, behavior, and bodily functions.

Peripheral Nervous System (PNS)

The part of the nervous system outside the brain and spinal cord, including sensory and motor neurons that connect the CNS to the rest of the body.