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.