BIOLOGICAL BASES OF BEHAVIOR
THE NERVOUS AND ENDOCRINE SYSTEMS
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Produces many Hormones and is called the ‘Master Gland’ because the hormones act on other glands
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Produces Thyroxine which is involved in regulating rate of metabolism, heart rate and temperature
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Produces Adrenaline which is used in the bodies ‘fight or flight’ response
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Produces Insulin which is used to regulate blood Glucose level
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Produces Oestrogen/Testosterone
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Detailed explanation-1: -The adrenal medulla, the inner part of an adrenal gland, controls hormones that initiate the flight or fight response. The main hormones secreted by the adrenal medulla include epinephrine (adrenaline) and norepinephrine (noradrenaline), which have similar functions.
Detailed explanation-2: -Adrenaline, a hormone your adrenal glands produce, has a purpose. It helps you face dangerous situations by causing temporary changes in your body. Your heartbeats and breathing get faster as part of the “fight or flight” response.
Detailed explanation-3: -Adrenaline increases your heart rate, elevates your blood pressure and boosts energy supplies.
Detailed explanation-4: -A small gland that makes steroid hormones, adrenaline, and noradrenaline. These hormones help control heart rate, blood pressure, and other important body functions. There are two adrenal glands, one on top of each kidney.
Detailed explanation-5: -Epinephrine (adrenaline)-Produced by the adrenal medulla. Works with the sympathetic nervous system to help the body respond to a threat.