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Introduction

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Welcome to the first volume of your neuroscience journey. This book, Brain Basics, will cover the most major concepts of neuroscience, such as:

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The Nervous System

Brain Anatomy

Neuron Anatomy

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Remember: Just like a neuron, you have lots of potential!

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Also with some fun activities and videos!

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Nervous System

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From kicking a ball, monitoring your breathing and heart rate, to reading the words on this page, your nervous system is the key commander for all bodily processes.

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The nervous system is made of two main components

Central Nervous System is composed of the brain and spinal cord. It coordinates and influences the activity of all parts of the body. 

The Peripheral Nervous System is made up of the nerves that run throughout the body and report to and from the Central Nervous System.

Check out this video to learn more about the differences between the peripheral and central nervous system.

Brain Anatomy

Just like our own bodies are made of distinct parts for distinct functions (like our legs can kick and our hands can grab), the brain has four lobes for different functions.

What did parietal say to frontal?

The frontal lobe plays a role in reasoning, planning, parts of speech, emotions, and problem solving.

The parietal lobe plays a role in reading, spelling, and writing. It also processes sensory information such as touch, taste, and temperature.

Though technically not a lobe of the brain, the cerebellum influences voluntary movements such as posture, balance, coordination, and speech.

The temporal lobe is located on the sides of the brain and is responsible for your ability to hear things. An easy way to remember this is that this area is located near your ears!

"I lobe you!"

The occipital lobe deals with vision; such as distance, depth perception, facial recognition, and memory formation.

This is a must visit website for all things brain anatomy! Click here for an interactive 3D tour of the human brain.