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Role of Motor Neuron in Central Nervous System (With Diagram)

In this article we will discuss about the role of motor neuron in central nervous system. The movements of various parts of body should not only be executed, but also must be very much coordinated. It is not just voluntary movement that needs to be controlled; there should be proper regulation even in the case of reflex activities as well. [...]

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Functions of Limbic System

Functions of limbic system are: 1. Role in emotion: Different emotions produce different sets of behaviors. Emotional expressions during rage, sex drive, affection and pleasure are all different. Amygdala stimulation is known to induce fear and anxiety behavior in human beings. 2. Sexual behaviour: Sexual activity has different components namely sex drive (urge to copulate), sex behavior and act of [...]

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Autonomic Nervous System: Meaning and Functions

In this article we will discuss about the meaning and functions of autonomic nervous system. Meaning of Autonomic Nervous System: It is the part of nervous system, which regulates functioning of visceral organs. Two different limbs of autonomic nervous system are sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous system components. Sympathetic takes origin from lateral horn cells of thoracolumbar segments of spinal cord [...]

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