
What are the parts of the nervous system? - NICHD
Aug 9, 2018 · The nervous system has two main parts: The central nervous system is made up of the brain and spinal cord. The peripheral nervous system is made up of nerves that branch off from the …
What does the nervous system do? | NICHD - NICHD - Eunice Kennedy ...
The nervous system plays a role in nearly every aspect of our health and well-being. It guides everyday activities such as waking up; automatic activities such as breathing; and complex processes such as …
About Neuroscience | NICHD - NICHD - Eunice Kennedy Shriver …
Oct 1, 2018 · Neuroscience is the study of the nervous system. The nervous system includes the brain, spinal cord, and networks of sensory and motor nerve cells, called neurons, throughout the body. …
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Aug 9, 2018 · About Neuroscience Neuroscience is the study of the nervous system. The nervous system includes the brain, spinal cord, and networks of sensory and motor nerve cells, called …
Neuroscience | NICHD - NICHD - Eunice Kennedy Shriver National ...
Neuroscience is the study of the nervous system. This includes the brain, spinal cord, and networks of nerve cells, or neurons, throughout the body. NICHD supports a wide range of neuroscience …
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Aug 25, 2020 · Nervous system These disorders affect how the brain, spinal cord, and nervous system function, which can affect intelligence and learning. These conditions can also cause other issues, …
Stress System Malfunction Could Lead to Serious, Life ... - NICHD
Sep 9, 2002 · Whether from a charging lion, or a pending deadline, the body's response to stress can be both helpful and harmful.
Unlocking the Mysteries of the Nervous System - NICHD
Unlocking the Mysteries of the Nervous System Ventral cord from Drosophila larva. Credit: Rosario Vicidomini, Serpe Lab The nervous system is strikingly complex, with diverse cell types working in …
Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDDs) - NICHD
Intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDDs) are a primary focus of NICHD’s research support. IDDs include a variety of different types of disabilities and disorders, including those that affect the nervous …
What are the types of congenital anomalies? - NICHD
Nervous system or brain problems. These include intellectual and developmental disabilities, behavioral disorders, speech or language difficulties, seizures, and movement trouble. Some examples of …