AP Psychology 1.2 Overview of the Nervous System
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autonomic nervous system
The division of the peripheral nervous system that governs involuntary processes such as heart rate and digestion.
brain
The central organ of the central nervous system that processes information and controls body functions.
central nervous system
The part of the nervous system consisting of the brain and spinal cord that processes information and coordinates responses.
parasympathetic nervous system
The division of the autonomic nervous system responsible for the 'rest and digest' response that helps reduce anxiety and promote relaxation.
peripheral nervous system
The part of the nervous system outside the brain and spinal cord that connects the central nervous system to the rest of the body.
spinal cord
The bundle of nerves extending from the brain through the vertebral column that is part of the central nervous system.
spinal cord
The bundle of nerves extending from the brain through the vertebral column that is part of the central nervous system.
sympathetic nervous system
The division of the autonomic nervous system responsible for the 'fight or flight' response that contributes to feelings of anxiety.