Biopsychology Exam Practice

Explain the function of the somatic nervous system.

Draw a diagram showing how the nervous system is structured. Include the following in your diagram:somatic nervous system, peripheral nervous system, central nervous system and autonomic nervous system.

Explain the function of the central nervous system.

Identify three bodily changes that occur during the fight or flight response.

Evaluate the James–Lange theory of emotion.

Outline the James–Lange theory of emotion.

Explain the role of the autonomic nervous system in the James–Lange theory of emotion.

Explain the process of synaptic transmission.

Sketch a diagram which shows how synaptic transmission occurs.

Identify three types of neuron and explain the function of each.