| neurons that transmit information to the spinal cord and brain | | autonomic nervous system |
| neurons that covey messages from the CNS to the muscles and glands | | motor neurons |
| deficits of this chemical found in Alzheimer's patients | | sympathetic nervous system |
| an agonist of dopamine, leads to addictions | | peripheral nervous system |
| enhance neurotransmitters, often mimics their actions | | depression |
| major inhibitory chemical; alcohol is its agonist | | sensory neurons |
| the poison "curare" paralyzes the victim; is an ____ of acetylcholine | | central nervous system |
| these inhibit pain & promote pleasure | | antagonist |
| deficits of norepinephrine & serotonin are associated with this disorder | | GABA |
| part of the PNS, regulates voluntary movements | | acetylcholine |
| part of the PNS, controls involuntary bodily processes | | glands |
| connects the CNS to other parts of the body | | cocaine |
| nervous system that includes the brain & spinal cord | | endorphins |
| the alarm system of the autonomic nervous system | | parasympathetic nervous system |
| part of autonomic nervous system; conserves energy | | agonists |
| endocrine system; secretes hormones | | somatic nervous system |