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Research Notes on Hypothalamus
The hypothalamus links the nervous system to the endocrine system via the pituitary gland (hypophysis). The hypothalamus, (from Greek = under the thalamus) is located below the thalamus, just above the brain stem. This brain region occupies the major portion of the ventral diencephalon. It is found in all mammalian brains. In humans, it is roughly the size of an almond. The hypothalamus is responsible for certain metabolic processes and other activities of the Autonomic Nervous System. It synthesizes and secretes neurohormones, often called hypothalamic-releasing hormones, and these in turn stimulate or inhibit the secretion of pituitary hormones....read more at Wikipedia
Fast Facts:
- Weighs approximately 4 grams (0.14 ounces).1
- Controls "fight or flight" responses from autonomic nervous system.1
- Controls oxytocin - hormone associated with childbirth and breastfeeding.1
- Controls body temperature, hunger, thirst and circadian cycles.2
- Manages all endocrine hormone levels, sensory processing, ingestive behaviors and body metabolism organization.3
- Common symptoms of hypothalamus disorders: depression, hyperactivity, brain disturbances and abnormal responses to stress.3
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Latest Headlines on Hypothalamus
What is the Anatomy of the Hypothalamus?
- BecomeHealthyNow: The Hypothalamus
- A.D.A.M. (via MedlinePlus): Hypothalamus Illustration
- WrongDiagnosis: Descriptions Of Hypothalamus
- YouTube: How The Body Works: Anatomy Of The Hypothalamus
What is the Histology of the Hypothalamus?
- Michigan State University: The Human Hypothalamus: Major Anatomical Features
What is the Physiology and Function of the Hypothalamus?
- About.com: Hypothalamus Function
- BBC UK: The Hypothalamus And The Pituitary - Function
- Incredible Horizons: Hypothalamus Function
- YouTube: How The Body Works : Functions Of The Hypothalamus
Selected Conditions and Disorders Affecting the Hypothalamus
- OrganizedWisdom: Hypothalamic Dysfunction | Hypopituitarism | Hypogonadism | Addison's Disease | Hyperparathyroidism | Hypothryroidism | Hypoparathyroidism | Hyperthyroidism | Pancreatitis | Diabetes
Wisdom, Blogs, and Message Boards about Hypothalamus
- HealthBoards: Thyroid Disorders Health Boards | Addison's Disease Health Boards | Diabetes Health Boards
- Desire To Heal: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) And Child Abuse - Part II (Aug. 19, 2008)
- Quest: Better Eating Through Genetic Engineering (Aug. 18, 2008)
Foundations and Support Groups on Hypothalamus
- The Pituitary Foundation: Official Site
- The Hormone Foundation: Official Site
- American Thyroid Association: Official Site
- The National Pancreas Foundation: Official Site
- American Pancreatic Association: Official Site
- Hypothalamic Hamartoma Support Page: Official Site
Scientific and Medical Journal Articles on Hypothalamus
- PubMed Central: Hypothalamus Articles
- JAMA: Archives Of Hypothalamus Articles
- Google Scholar: Articles On Hypothalamus
Clinical Trials on Hypothalamus
- ClinicalTrials.gov: Hypothalamus Clinical Trials
- CenterWatch: Hypothalamus Clinical Trials
Research Notes References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 MSN Encarta: Hypothalamus Introduction
- ↑ Wikipedia: Hypothalamus
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 Sleep Disorders Guide: Topic - Hypothalamus
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