Biopsychology 11/15

Question 1

What is the Endocrine System?

Answer 1

• Network of glands throughout body that manufacture and secrete hormones
• Uses blood system to deliver hormones to target sites in body

Question 2

What are Hormones?

Answer 2

• Chemical messengers that circulate bloodstream and are carried to target sites

Question 3

What is the role of the Pituitary Gland (PG)?

Answer 3

• Master gland, primary role is to influence the release of hormones from other glands therefore regulating most bodily functions

Question 4

What is the role of the Adrenal Glands?

Answer 4

• Sit on top of kidneys, each one made of the adrenal cortex (outer part) and adrenal medulla (inner region)
• Hormones released by adrenal CORTEX are vital for life, unlike ones released by adrenal medulla

Question 5

What is the Fight-or-Flight Response (FFR)?

Answer 5

• Activity in the body triggered in emergency situations to defend/attack or run to safety