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the process by which new neurons are generated in the brain, occurring primarily during prenatal development but also continuing into adulthood in certain brain regions

a neurological phenomenon where stimulation of one sensory or cognitive pathway leads to automatic, involuntary experiences in a second sensory or cognitive pathway

a physical perception caused by an outside stimulus or something being in touch with the body

a cell that is responsible for transmitting nerve impulses between the brain and the rest of the body

the tissue in the central nervous system composed of myelinated nerve fibers

the outer layer of neural tissue in the parietal lobe involved in sensory processing and spatial awareness

the temporary storage of information that is currently being used or actively processed by the brain, typically for a few seconds to a few minutes

a chemical substance that transmits messages from a neuron to another one or to a muscle

a curved structure in the brain responsible for memory formation, learning, and spatial navigationa curved structure in the brain responsible for memory formation, learning, and spatial navigation

a scientist who studies the structure, function, and disorders of the nervous system, including the brain and spinal cord

a junction between two nerve cells, consisting of a minute gap across which impulses pass by diffusion of a neurotransmitter

a comprehensive map or diagram that depicts the complete set of neural connections within a nervous system

relating to the part of the nervous system that promotes relaxation and digestion in the body

a mental condition that is not caused by organic disease in which one is constantly anxious, worried, and stressed

relating to bodily functions that occur automatically, without conscious effort or control

the branch of medicine and physiology dealing with the endocrine system that controls the hormones in one's body

a hormone produced by the pineal gland that regulates sleep-wake cycles and promotes restful sleep

a hormone produced mainly by the stomach that stimulates appetite and regulates hunger

a hormone produced primarily by fat cells that helps regulate energy balance by inhibiting hunger and promoting feelings of fullness

a hormone primarily responsible for female reproductive development and regulation

a neurotransmitter primarily found in the brain and gastrointestinal tract that plays a key role in mood regulation, appetite, sleep, and various physiological functions

a hormone and neurotransmitter that regulates the body's stress response

a compound released by cells in response to injury, allergy, or immune reactions, causing inflammation, itching, and other allergy symptoms

a biochemical assembly that transports fats in the bloodstream, composed of proteins and lipids

a biological indicator found in blood that can be measured and evaluated to indicate a particular physiological or pathological condition, or the response to treatment

any organic compound that creates the basic structure of proteins

a medical condition characterized by an excess of acid in the blood and body tissues, resulting in a lower pH than normal

a medical condition characterized by an excess of base or alkali in the blood and body tissues, resulting in a higher pH than normal

having the ability to restrain, limit, or suppress activity or function

a protein that carries oxygen in red blood cells

a small protein that regulates immune responses and cell communication in the human body