Peripheral Nervous System
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What structures does the Peripheral Nervous System include
All other nerves and neurons connecting to the CNS
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What is the purpose of the Somatic Nervous System?
Sends motor messages to the muscles.
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What does the Autonomic Nervous System do?
Basic life functions like stress, breathing, etc.
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What are the two parts to the Autonomic Nervous System?
Sympathetic Nervous system and the Parasympathetic
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Purpose of the Sympathetic Nervous System
Arouses the body to expend energy and respond to threats.
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Purpose of the Parasympathetic Nervous System
Calms the body to reserve energy and restore the status quo.
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