Endocrine System
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Chapters 1/2 Psych Test
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Pituitary Gland
The “master gland” controls other glands and regulates growth and hormones
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Hippocampus
essential for forming new long-term memories
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Amygdala
Involved in fear, aggression, and emotional memories
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Hormones
Chemical messengers released into the BLOODSTREAM by glands
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Ghrelin
Hormone released by the stomach that INCREASES hunger
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Leptin
Hormone released by FAT cells that signals FULLNESS
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Melatonin
Sleep-regulating hormone produced by the pineal gland
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Oxytocin
Hormone linked to bonding, trust, childbirth and social connection
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Adrenaline (Epinephrine)
Hormone that boosts energy and alertness during stress
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Norepinephrine
Hormone/neurotransmitter involved in arousal, alertness and attention
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