What are the functions of the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems?
The sympathetic nervous system prepares the body for using energy, whereas the parasympathetic nervous system activates processes that conserve the body’s energy. What is the endocrine system? A communication system that operates by releasing hormones into the bloodstream. What are some of its major parts? The endocrine system includes the pituitary and adrenal glands, plus several others. 2.3 Organization of the Nervous System This site, prepared for students enrolled in Emory University’s human anatomy course, provides an advanced presentation of the organization of the nervous system. 2.4 Human Anatomy On-Line Hosted by Informative Graphics, this site employs a point-and-click approach to help students learn about human anatomy and physiology by providing an instant and logical flow between all of its related images. To make learning easier, the Insight program is divided into systems. They can be accessed at the main system menu or from the system listing page. 2.5 Endocrine Disord
