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Which part of the CNS includes the cerebrum, the thalamus, and the hypothalamus?
Which part of the CNS is formed of the cerebellum, the pons, and the medulla oblongata?
What are examples of centrally acting drugs mentioned in the text?
Where does the spinal cord extend from and to?
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What are the diverse physiological and psychological effects produced by centrally acting drugs?
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Central Nervous System (CNS)
- The cerebrum, thalamus, and hypothalamus are part of the brain, which is a major component of the CNS.
- The cerebellum, pons, and medulla oblongata form the brainstem, another part of the CNS.
Centrally Acting Drugs
- Examples of centrally acting drugs include anxiolytics, antidepressants, antipsychotics, and stimulants.
Spinal Cord
- The spinal cord extends from the base of the brain down to the lower back (lumbar region).
Physiological and Psychological Effects
- Centrally acting drugs produce diverse physiological and psychological effects, including sedation, anxiety reduction, mood altering, cognitive enhancement, and motor control changes.
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Test your knowledge of drugs acting on the central nervous system with this quiz. Explore the diverse physiological and psychological effects of centrally acting drugs, including their role in inducing anesthesia, relieving pain, preventing epileptic seizures, and reducing anxiety.
