- Since it is connected to the cerebellum (balance and coordination), the pons is important in maintaining posture.
- Sleeping and Dreaming. Controls when you sleep and when you wake up. Also plays a role in generating dreams.
- Relaying sensory information between the cerebrum and cerebellum
- Arousal
- Controlling automatic functions
- Controlling Respiratory rhythm through the two respiratory centers (this is done with the help of the brain stem, medulla, and other parts of the body).
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