Sensory and motor neurons of the nervous system are associated with activities traditionally thought as conscious or voluntary.?
Autonomic Nervous System: The autonomic nervous system controls involuntary functions such as heart rate, digestion, and breathing.
Reflex Arcs: Reflexes are automatic responses to stimuli that do not involve conscious thought, such as the knee-jerk reflex.
Motor Programs: Motor programs are pre-planned sequences of movements that can be carried out without conscious control, such as walking or riding a bike.
Basal Ganglia and Cerebellum: These brain structures are involved in coordinating movement and balance, operating largely at a subconscious level.
Therefore, while many sensory and motor neurons participate in conscious and voluntary actions, the nervous system also encompasses numerous processes that occur without direct conscious control.