Term ID: T4323

Parasympathetic Nervous System

/parasympathetic-nervous-system/
The division of the autonomic nervous system responsible for rest, digestion, and energy conservation functions.
Example: Physiological responses that slow heart rate, increase digestion, and promote relaxation during calm, non-threatening situations.

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Reference: Kandel et al. (2013)