This document provides an overview of neuroscience topics including: 1. It describes the basic building blocks of the nervous system including neurons, dendrites, axons, and myelin sheaths. 2. It explains key concepts in neural communication such as action potentials, thresholds, synapses, and neurotransmitters. 3. It provides an overview of the nervous system including the central and peripheral nervous systems, nerves, sensory and motor neurons, and the autonomic nervous system.

1. Chapter 2 Neuroscience, Genetics and Behavior

4. Neural Communication

9. Neural and Hormonal Systems Central (brain and spinal cord) Nervous system Autonomic (controls self-regulated action of internal organs and glands) Skeletal (controls voluntary movements of skeletal muscles) Sympathetic (arousing) Parasympathetic (calming) Peripheral

22. The Limbic System

25. The Cerebral Cortex

29. Specialization and Integration