As promised in my previous blog, I will try to simplify the basic structure of the brain and nervous system, and focus on how it works.
Think of the nervous system as being made up of a complex network of billions of microscopic cells called neurons. The neurons connect with each other to form neural pathways that bundle together to carry messages back and forth from your external environment to your brain, via your spinal column. These nerves are like…..
The brain and spinal cord form the centre of your nervous system which acts as a control tower for processing and assimilating information. It acts on the information received, makes decisions and communicates these decisions so we are able to adjust to rapidly changing, external stimuli. Each part of your brain is dedicated to performing a different function. For example, the cerebrum not only processes and stores information, but also assists you in making decisions.
The nervous system is the…..
Our busy lifestyles cause our nervous systems to be constantly inundated with external stimuli which over stimulates our emotions. Unbeknownst to us, violent movies and television shows, loud music, and a few other forms of “recreation”, over stimulate our nervous systems and cause a variety of stress related symptoms. Excessive overstimulation, when combined with anger and frustration, leads to anxiety, of which you sometimes may not be consciously aware. The cumulative effect of unresolved stress can cause an…..
In my previous blog I talked about the cumulative effects of stress and the negative consequences it has on our lives. Both the negative and positive effects of stress have a direct impact on our very sensitive nervous systems.
The brain and nervous system are responsible for processing and analysing complex information, making decisions and communicating these decisions so we can adjust to our rapidly changing external stimuli. This is a very delicately integrated, highly complex system that…..