This dual response underscores the complexity of the acoustic reflex arc. Figure 1. Schematic diagram of the crossed and uncrossed acoustic (straedius) reflex pathways.

A reflex action is an automatic (involuntary) and rapid response to a stimulus, which minimises any damage to the body from potentially harmful conditions, such as touching something hot.

Cortex over reflex: Study traces circuits where executive control overcomes instinct Date: November 30, 2020 Source: Picower Institute at MIT Summary: ...

When riding your bike to the store you might have two very different reasons to steer: plain old reflex when you something dart into your path, or executive control when you see street signs that ...

A conditioned reflex, also called an acquired reflex, is an automatic response to a stimulus that differs from that initially causing the response, but that has become associated with it by ...

References [1] Considerations for the use of a startling acoustic stimulus in studies of motor preparation in humans. Neuroscience & Biobehavioral Reviews (2010). [2] Startle-triggered responses ...