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What role does myelin play in the functioning of the axon?
What role does myelin play in the functioning of the axon?
What characterizes demyelination and its impact on the nervous system?
What characterizes demyelination and its impact on the nervous system?
What is the primary function of glial cells in the nervous system?
What is the primary function of glial cells in the nervous system?
Which statement accurately describes the action potential mechanism in neurons?
Which statement accurately describes the action potential mechanism in neurons?
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How do the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems interact with emotional eating?
How do the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems interact with emotional eating?
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What is one of the primary roles of glial cells in the nervous system?
What is one of the primary roles of glial cells in the nervous system?
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What happens to a neuron when it reaches its voltage threshold?
What happens to a neuron when it reaches its voltage threshold?
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Which ions are primarily involved in the depolarization phase of action potential?
Which ions are primarily involved in the depolarization phase of action potential?
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What is the role of myelin in the neuronal structure?
What is the role of myelin in the neuronal structure?
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What effect do neurodegenerative diseases have on glial cells?
What effect do neurodegenerative diseases have on glial cells?
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Which of the following statements is true regarding resting potential of a neuron?
Which of the following statements is true regarding resting potential of a neuron?
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What determines whether the signal generated in the target neuron is excitatory or inhibitory?
What determines whether the signal generated in the target neuron is excitatory or inhibitory?
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Which of the following is NOT one of the mechanisms for neurotransmitter removal from the synapse?
Which of the following is NOT one of the mechanisms for neurotransmitter removal from the synapse?
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How do terminal branches of neurons function in communication?
How do terminal branches of neurons function in communication?
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How do Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs) affect neurotransmitter activity?
How do Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs) affect neurotransmitter activity?
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What is the primary function of axons in the neuron?
What is the primary function of axons in the neuron?
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What is one of the main roles of amino acid neurotransmitters like glutamate and GABA?
What is one of the main roles of amino acid neurotransmitters like glutamate and GABA?
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What role does an axon play in the generation of an action potential?
What role does an axon play in the generation of an action potential?
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What is one potential side effect of using SSRIs in treating depression?
What is one potential side effect of using SSRIs in treating depression?
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What characterizes the functions of glial cells in the nervous system?
What characterizes the functions of glial cells in the nervous system?
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In what way do myelin sheaths affect the propagation of action potentials?
In what way do myelin sheaths affect the propagation of action potentials?
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What is the primary function of sensory neurons within the nervous system?
What is the primary function of sensory neurons within the nervous system?
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What distinguishes interneurons from other types of neurons?
What distinguishes interneurons from other types of neurons?
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Which component is considered part of the Central Nervous System?
Which component is considered part of the Central Nervous System?
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How does the nervous system enable reflex actions without involving the brain?
How does the nervous system enable reflex actions without involving the brain?
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In what way do nerves function within the nervous system?
In what way do nerves function within the nervous system?
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What is the primary function of the somatic nervous system?
What is the primary function of the somatic nervous system?
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Which branch of the autonomic nervous system is primarily involved in initiating the fight-or-flight response?
Which branch of the autonomic nervous system is primarily involved in initiating the fight-or-flight response?
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What is NOT a function of the parasympathetic nervous system?
What is NOT a function of the parasympathetic nervous system?
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Which of the following is included in the functions of the autonomic nervous system?
Which of the following is included in the functions of the autonomic nervous system?
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What physiological response does the sympathetic nervous system facilitate?
What physiological response does the sympathetic nervous system facilitate?
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How does the parasympathetic nervous system restore energy in the body?
How does the parasympathetic nervous system restore energy in the body?
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Which characteristic distinguishes the somatic nervous system from the autonomic nervous system?
Which characteristic distinguishes the somatic nervous system from the autonomic nervous system?
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What occurs in the body during the activation of the sympathetic nervous system?
What occurs in the body during the activation of the sympathetic nervous system?
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What mechanism involves the chemical breakdown of neurotransmitters in the synapse?
What mechanism involves the chemical breakdown of neurotransmitters in the synapse?
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Which class of neurotransmitters are known for being the most abundant in the brain?
Which class of neurotransmitters are known for being the most abundant in the brain?
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What is the primary role of Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs)?
What is the primary role of Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs)?
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Which neurotransmitter is known to have both excitatory and inhibitory functions?
Which neurotransmitter is known to have both excitatory and inhibitory functions?
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What is the consequence of neurotransmitter inactivation in the synapse?
What is the consequence of neurotransmitter inactivation in the synapse?
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Which neurotransmitter class is specifically involved in the activation of fight-or-flight responses?
Which neurotransmitter class is specifically involved in the activation of fight-or-flight responses?
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Which ion behavior directly influences whether a target neuron approaches its action potential threshold?
Which ion behavior directly influences whether a target neuron approaches its action potential threshold?
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What potential negative effect may arise from the prolonged presence of neurotransmitters in the synapse due to SSRIs?
What potential negative effect may arise from the prolonged presence of neurotransmitters in the synapse due to SSRIs?
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What is one of the essential roles of glial cells during brain development?
What is one of the essential roles of glial cells during brain development?
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Which ion's influx is primarily responsible for depolarizing a neuron during action potential?
Which ion's influx is primarily responsible for depolarizing a neuron during action potential?
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What condition must be met for a neuron to generate an action potential?
What condition must be met for a neuron to generate an action potential?
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Which of the following best describes the role of terminal branches in neuron communication?
Which of the following best describes the role of terminal branches in neuron communication?
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What role do glial cells play in the development of neuronal axons?
What role do glial cells play in the development of neuronal axons?
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What is the primary reason that a neuron cannot fire an action potential while at resting potential?
What is the primary reason that a neuron cannot fire an action potential while at resting potential?
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During childhood development, how do glial cells contribute to information processing?
During childhood development, how do glial cells contribute to information processing?
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What is the state of the extracellular fluid in relation to ions when a neuron is at rest?
What is the state of the extracellular fluid in relation to ions when a neuron is at rest?
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What is the primary role of the parasympathetic nervous system in relation to emotional eating?
What is the primary role of the parasympathetic nervous system in relation to emotional eating?
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Which description is most accurate regarding the function of myelin in neural communication?
Which description is most accurate regarding the function of myelin in neural communication?
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What consequence does demyelination have on the nervous system?
What consequence does demyelination have on the nervous system?
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How do the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems function together?
How do the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems function together?
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What significant change occurs in myelin as humans age?
What significant change occurs in myelin as humans age?
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Study Notes
Eating and Emotional Regulation
- Eating acts as a vital restorative activity, aiding in stress regulation.
- "Emotional eating" engages the parasympathetic nervous system, activating its anti-stress response.
- The sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems function in a complementary manner to prepare for challenges.
Neuron Structure
- Cell Body: Collects neural impulses, houses the nucleus, and sustains cell functions.
- Dendrites: Receive chemical messages from adjacent neurons.
- Axon: Sends electrical impulses, known as action potentials, to terminal branches, where they convert into chemical messages.
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Myelin: A fatty layer that insulates the axon, ensuring the integrity and speed of electrical signals.
- Demyelination: Associated with neurodegenerative diseases; myelin shrinks with aging.
- Glial Cells: Contribute to myelin production and assist in neuron support.
Neurotransmitter Interaction
- Neurotransmitter receptors elicit either excitatory or inhibitory signals in target neurons.
- Ion influx through the receptor moves the target neuron closer to or further from the action potential threshold.
- The effect of neurotransmitters depends on the receptor response rather than the neurotransmitter itself.
Neurotransmitter Inactivation
- Inactivation is critical to prevent continuous stimulation and maintain balance in neuron activity.
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Methods of Inactivation:
- Diffusion: Neurotransmitters diffuse out of the synapse.
- Degradation: Chemical processes break down neurotransmitters in the synaptic space.
- Reuptake: Presynaptic terminals absorb neurotransmitters back.
Antidepressants and Neurotransmitter Activity
- Antidepressants, especially SSRIs, inhibit neurotransmitter reuptake, prolonging their presence in the synapse.
- While beneficial for depression treatment, they may induce side effects like gastrointestinal discomfort or insomnia.
Classes of Neurotransmitters
- Amino Acids: Includes glutamate and GABA, the most prevalent neurotransmitters in the brain.
- Monoamines: Key players in activating the fight-or-flight response.
- Acetylcholine: Functions as both excitatory and inhibitory; supports muscle activity and cognitive functions.
Functions of Glial Cells
- Glial cells insulate, support, and nourish neurons, acting as cellular glue.
- They play a pivotal role in childhood development and continued growth into adulthood.
- Essential for brain development, aiding axon growth and proper positioning within the nervous system.
- Facilitate formation of neural networks, clustering cells into functional units.
Action Potential and Nerve Firing
- Neurons are surrounded by extracellular fluid containing positive and negative ions, including sodium, chloride, potassium, and calcium.
- The selective membrane regulates ionic passage, maintaining a resting potential.
- At resting potential, positive ions are outside the neuron, keeping it negatively polarized internally.
- A sufficient stimulus causes the neuron to reach its voltage threshold, leading to action potential firing.
- Dendritic stimulation opens ion channels, allowing sodium ions to enter, initiating depolarization and action potential.
Peripheral Nervous System
- Comprises two main divisions: the somatic nervous system and the autonomic nervous system.
Somatic Nervous System
- Associated with voluntary actions; facilitates conscious body movements.
- Involved with sensory perception and control of skeletal muscles.
Autonomic Nervous System
- Governs involuntary activities; operates without conscious control.
- Manages organ functions, blood vessels, and glands (hormone-secreting organs).
- Divided into two branches:
- Sympathetic Nervous System: Prepares the body for 'fight-or-flight' responses, reallocating energy from non-essential processes (e.g., digestion).
- Parasympathetic Nervous System: Promotes 'rest-and-digest,' restoring energy and counteracting sympathetic actions.
Nervous System Structure
- Network of neurons connects the brain to the body, facilitating signal communication.
- Spinal cord serves as a major nerve bundle linking brain and body.
- Reflex actions can occur directly without brain involvement.
Neurons
- Neurons serve as the primary nerve cells in the nervous system.
- Types of neurons:
- Sensory Neurons: Transmit signals from sensory receptors to the central nervous system (CNS).
- Interneurons: Relay signals within the CNS, crucial for processing information.
- Motor Neurons: Convey messages from the CNS to muscles and glands.
Central Nervous System
- Consists of the brain and spinal cord, crucial for coordinating bodily functions.
- Emotional eating reflects attempts to engage the parasympathetic system to mitigate stress.
Neuron Structure
- Cell Body: Houses the nucleus and supports cellular functions.
- Dendrites: Receive chemical signals from other neurons.
- Axon: Transmits electrical impulses (action potentials) to terminal branches.
- Myelin: Fatty layer that insulates axons, ensuring rapid signal transmission; degradation is linked to neurodegenerative diseases.
- Glial Cells: Support neurons, essential for brain development and information processing.
Action Potential
- Neurons maintain a resting potential with a differential ion distribution across membranes.
- Stimulation above threshold leads to action potential firing, propagating electrical signals influenced by ion channel activity.
Neurotransmitter Interaction
- Neurotransmitters induce excitatory or inhibitory effects based on receptor response.
- Their inactivation in synapses is crucial for preventing overstimulation and maintaining balance.
- Inactivation mechanisms include:
- Diffusion: Neurotransmitters disperse into the extracellular space.
- Degradation: Enzymatic breakdown of neurotransmitters.
- Reuptake: Process where presynaptic terminals absorb neurotransmitters.
Antidepressants and Neurotransmitter Function
- Some antidepressants, like SSRIs, inhibit neurotransmitter reuptake, increasing their availability in synapses.
- Side effects may include upset stomach or insomnia.
Types of Neurotransmitters
- Amino Acids: Includes glutamate and GABA, primary neurotransmitters in the brain.
- Monoamines: Critical for activating the fight-or-flight response.
- Acetylcholine: Acts as both an excitatory and inhibitory neurotransmitter; essential for heart and muscle function and cognitive processes.
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Explore the intricate connection between eating, emotional regulation, and neuron structure. This quiz delves into how the nervous systems interact during emotional eating and the role of neurotransmitters in communication between neurons. Test your knowledge on the vital components of neuron structure and how they influence overall well-being.
