Examines the development, organization, and functions of the nervous system and the input organs that stimulate it. Beginning with an introductory overview of neural anatomy, the program outlines the organization of the central and peripheral nervous systems and the processes of sensation, transduction, and perception. In addition, analyzes the senses of vision, hearing, taste, smell, and equilibrium, as well as sensitivities to temperature, pressure, and pain; illustrates bodily movement via the somatic neurons; and explores the neural mechanics of sleep and wakefulness.

Teacher's guide available under Additional info tag. Based on the book series: The human body, how it works by Chelsea House Publishers.

1 videodisc -- Features: Chapter selection. Teacher's guide available under Additional info tag.