1. Hormones 2. Pituitary Gland 3. Hypothalamus 4. Pineal Gland 5. Ovaries and Testes 6. Hippocampus 7. Thalamus 8. Amygdala
The master gland of the endocrine system, it regulates the function of the rest of the endocrine system and secretes its" own hormones such as growth hormone. This part of the limic system is vitally important to forming new memories. New neurons are created here in adults. Sirnilar in function to neurotransmitters (although much slower) these chemicals communicate information through the bloodstream These are the gonads and they secrete sex hormones. such as estrogen, progesterone and testosterone.
information from the senses of vision, taste, touch and hearing. 7. Thalamus Part of the endocrine system that secretes 8. Amygdala melatonin, which is important in sleep/wake cycles. Part of the limbic system, this structure is important to many behaviors including sleep/wake
1 - Pituitary gland Explanation - Because it regulates the operations of many other endocrine glands, the pituitary gland is frequently referred to as the "master" gland of the endocrine system. 2 - Hippocampus Explanation - It plays a significant pa