PPT-What is the function of the Nervous System?

The nervous system is made of structures that control the actions and reactions of the body in response to stimuli from the environment There are two parts the central nervous system CNS and the . Structure and Function. 2. Input. (sensation). Output. (action). In order to understand behavior, we must understand the operating mechanism of the nervous system. What is the function of the nervous system?. : receive information and respond to information.. Question. : What will happen if you touch a hot pot?. Nervous System. Central nervous system (CNS) consists of . brain . and . spinal cord.. Central Nervous System. Section 1 – Functions & Divisions of the Nervous System (pp. 386-387). This is your brain…. The Nervous System. And this is your brain – IN ANATOMY!!. Or better yet…. The Nervous System. Functions of the Nervous System. Peripheral Nervous System. Autonomic Nervous System. Allied Health I. Central Nervous System. Communication and coordination system of the body. Seat of intellect and reasoning. Consists of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves. The . function of the nervous system is:. To sense, interpret, and respond to internal and external environmental changes to maintain a steady state in the . body (homeostasis). The nervous system is divided into two major structures: . Pain happens only in your head.. Anyone can be hypnotized.. Nerves don’t actually touch each other.. Not feeling pain is a good thing.. Most people can get along just fine with out senses.. You can control your nervous system.. Brain. Spinal Cord. Nerves. Vocabulary to Know . Homeostasis. The regulation of steady, life-maintaining conditions inside an organism, despite changes in its environment . Nerve Cells . Neurons. Basic functioning units of the nervous system . The Nervous System Central Nervous System Peripheral Nervous System Procedure A starting person will be chosen and will be given an object. Once the teacher gives the signal, the start person will pass the object to their right. Nervous System Nervous System Design 2 main section C entral N ervous S ystem P eripheral N ervous System   C entral N ervous S ystem  (CNS) brain and spinal cord.  encased in skull and vertebral column to protect The Nervous System Central Nervous System Peripheral Nervous System Procedure A starting person will be chosen and will be given an object. Once the teacher gives the signal, the start person will pass the object to their right. The Nervous System Central Nervous System Peripheral Nervous System Procedure A starting person will be chosen and will be given an object. Once the teacher gives the signal, the start person will pass the object to their right. 1. Two main divisions. a. . Central Nervous System . (CNS) – consists of brain and spinal cord. b. . Peripheral Nervous System . (PNS) – includes nerves extending from . brain and . spinal . cord . A. Central Nervous System (CNS). 1. . Functions . A) . Acts . as command center. B) . Interprets . sensory information and dictates response based on past experience, . reflexes, . and current body conditions. What is ? Your nervous system coordinates your mind and body: it learns, adapts and responds to everyday experiences, allowing you to grow, adapt and function well. system is dynamic and plastic. It