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An afferent systems consists of neurons and neurotransmitters that transmit signals from various body parts (e.g., eyes, skin, joints, muscles, and visceral organs) to the CNS to cause an effect or action (Breit et al., 2018).
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The Center for Nutritional Psychology. (2026). Afferent Systems. In Encyclopedia of Nutritional Psychology. The Center for Nutritional Psychology.
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