Central Nervous System Activity

Definition

Central nervous system activity refers to the overall functioning and electrical communication within the brain and spinal cord that controls various bodily functions, including thoughts, emotions, and movements.

Related terms

Neurons:

Neurons are specialized cells that transmit information through electrical impulses in the central nervous system.

Neurotransmitters:

Neurotransmitters are chemical messengers that allow communication between neurons in the central nervous system.

Synaptic Transmission:

Synaptic transmission is the process by which neurotransmitters are released from one neuron, cross the synaptic gap, and bind to receptors on another neuron.