psych unit 3

what is the CNS made up of?

the PNS consists of the....

what is the function of the CNS?

what is the function of the PNS?

the PNS consists of which two...

• somatic and peripheral systems

• somatic and autonomic systems

• parasympathetic and sympathetic nervous systems

• brain and spinal cord

the autonomic nervous system is responsible for

• communication between the body's non-skeletal muscles

• carries info to the body and from the outside world

• the communication between the internal organs and the glands that carry out bodily functions

• initiates movement

the sympathetic nervous system involves

• flight-fight-freeze response (stressful situations)

• calming the body (relax)

parasympathetic nervous system

• maintains day-to day functioning and most automatic functions

• the balance in the body

• controls smooth muscles

cerebral cortex is responsible for...

the cerebrum is most responsible for