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 pituitary gland is sometimes called the “master” gland of the endocrine system because it controls the functions of many of the other endocrine glands. The pituitary gland is no larger than a pea, and is located at the base of the brain.
Detailed explanation-2: -The pituitary gland is referred to as the “master gland” because it monitors and regulates many bodily functions through the hormones that it produces, including: Growth and sexual/reproductive development and function. Glands (thyroid gland, adrenal glands, and gonads)
Detailed explanation-3: -The anterior lobe of your pituitary gland makes and releases the following hormones: Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH or corticotrophin): ACTH plays a role in how your body responds to stress.