Overview
Parasympathetic activation is a crucial aspect of the autonomic nervous system that helps the body to relax and recover. It counterbalances the sympathetic nervous system, which prepares the body for stress. By promoting functions like digestion and energy conservation, the parasympathetic system pl...
Key Terms
Example: After eating, the parasympathetic nervous system helps digest food.
Example: During a stressful event, the sympathetic nervous system increases heart rate.
Example: Homeostasis keeps body temperature around 98.6°F.
Example: The vagus nerve helps lower heart rate during relaxation.
Example: After a meal, the body enters a 'rest and digest' state.
Example: The stress response can cause increased heart rate and blood pressure.
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advancedKey Concepts
Rest and DigestAutonomic Nervous SystemHomeostasisVagus Nerve