Endocrine System

Endocrine System

The Pineal Gland

Located within the brain
<div>Produces melatonin, which controls your ‘body clock’ to regulate sleep.&nbsp;
</div><div>It can also influence mood
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The Hypothalamus

Part of brain and attached to pituitary
<div>Nerve cells in the hypothalamus control the pituitary gland secretions, the nervous system and the endocrine system, via interaction with the pituitary gland
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The Thyroid Gland

Regulates metabolism &amp; energy levels.
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The Pancreas

Responsible for the production of insulin.<div>Targets blood sugar, controls metabolism of carbohydrates and lowers/ higher blood sugar levels</div><div><br>&nbsp;
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The Adrenal Glands

Adrenaline is produced when facing adventure or fear.
<div>Works with the nervous system
</div><div>Regulates nearly every type of organ and tissue within the body
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The Pituitary

Anterior Pituitary-Growth Hormone, (HGH; also called somatotropin or somatotrophs Too much – gigantism, Too little – dwarfism
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</div><div>Also controls:
</div><div>our temperature,
</div><div>thyroid activity,
</div><div><br></div><div>Posterior Pituitary-Antidiuretic (ADH) - Stimulates kidneys to keep water controls</div><div>Stimulates Uterus to contract during labour
</div><div>Stimulates ejection of milk into ducts
</div><div><br></div><div>growth during childhood,
</div><div>urine production,
</div><div>testosterone production in males
</div><div>ovulation and oestrogen production
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The Gonads (Testes & Ovaries)

Oestrogen- Development of female reproductive system<div>Progesterone- Prepares &amp; maintains the body during pregnancy, develops the Placenta prepares the breasts for lactation</div><div>Androgens- Helps develop the male reproductive system, hair growth patterns, voice deepening and muscle bulk</div><div>Testosterone- Helps develop sperm in the testes/libido
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