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The central nervous system consists of two parts, what are they?

Brain and spinal cord

Located at the base of the brain, it is responsible for automatic functions such as breathing, heartbeat, blood pressure, etc.

Brain stem

Located at the back of the brain, it is responsible for movement and balance

Cerebellum

The largest part of the brain, it is responsible for advanced thought, imagination, and logic

Cerebrum

The part of the nervous system that connects the central nervous system to the organs, receptors, and effectors

Peripheral nervous system

This is a type of movement/action that happens unconsciously (without thought)

Reflex

This part of the nervous system prepares the body for emergency situations (such as the "fight or flight" response)

Sympathetic nervous system

This part of the nervous system is associated with calm situations, it stimulates intestinal activity and is usually active at night

Parasympathetic Nervous System

Caused by a blood blockage in the brain, this can lead to paralysis for one side of the body

Stroke

A brain injury caused by a blow/hit to the head.

Traumatic Brain Injury/Concussion

A mental disease that can cause people to see or hear things that do not really exist

Schizophrenia

An inflammation of the meninges caused by a virus or bacteria. Can cause brain damage

Meningitis

A disease caused by the destruction of the myelin sheaths, causes loss of mobility and eventually total disability

Multiple sclerosis (MS)

A disease that causes feelings of extreme unhappiness and a loss of joy in life

Depression

A disease that causes muscle problems, movement problems, and a loss of coordination and balance

Parkinson's disease

A disease that causes a slow destruction of neurons in the brain. Leads to memory loss, confusion, and eventually death

Alzheimer's Disease