
What does the nervous system do? | NICHD - NICHD - Eunice Kennedy ...
The nervous system plays a role in nearly every aspect of our health and well-being. It guides everyday activities such as waking up; automatic activities such as breathing; and complex processes such as …
What are the parts of the nervous system? - NICHD
Aug 9, 2018 · The nervous system has two main parts: The central nervous system is made up of the brain and spinal cord. The peripheral nervous system is made up of nerves that branch off from the …
About Neuroscience | NICHD - NICHD - Eunice Kennedy Shriver …
Oct 1, 2018 · Neuroscience is the study of the nervous system. The nervous system includes the brain, spinal cord, and networks of sensory and motor nerve cells, called neurons, throughout the body. …
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Aug 9, 2018 · About Neuroscience Neuroscience is the study of the nervous system. The nervous system includes the brain, spinal cord, and networks of sensory and motor nerve cells, called …
The possibility that activity-dependent regulation of myelination could adaptively influence temporal relations, oscillations and synchrony in the interactions of distant brain regions, provides a novel and …
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Aug 25, 2020 · Nervous system These disorders affect how the brain, spinal cord, and nervous system function, which can affect intelligence and learning. These conditions can also cause other issues, …
About Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDDs)
Aug 12, 2012 · For example 4: Nervous system These disorders affect how the brain, spinal cord, and nervous system function, which can affect intelligence and learning. These conditions can also cause …
Stress System Malfunction Could Lead to Serious, Life Threatening ...
Sep 9, 2002 · This stress circuit affects systems throughout the body. The hormones of the HPA axis exert their effect on the autonomic nervous system, which controls such vital functions as heart rate, …
Brain Electrical Activity Spurs Insulation of Brain's Wiring
Aug 10, 2011 · Electrical signals transmitted from one neuron to the next are a basic form of communication in the brain. These signals travel along projections, called axons, which extend from …
Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDDs) - NICHD
Intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDDs) are a primary focus of NICHD’s research support. IDDs include a variety of different types of disabilities and disorders, including those that affect the nervous …