Click here to view diagram - gland at the base of the brain that controls the release of hormones from the pituitary.
a forebrain structure that helps to regulate aspects of motivation and emotion, including eating, drinking, sexual behavior, body temperature, and stress responses, through its effects on the pituitary gland and the autonomic nervous system. (83)
A part of the diencephalon involved in a variety of homeostatic functions, in the control of the pituitary, and in motivation and drive. The hypothalamus is a major part of the limbic system.
A portion of the brain that acts as a "pacemaker" controlling the production and periodic release of hormones from the pituitary gland.
The hypothalamus is a portion of the diencephalon that lies just below the thalamus. It controls body temperature, appetite, sleep, sexual desire, and emotions such as fear. It also regulates the release of hormones from the pituitary gland and regulates the parasympathetic and sympathetic nervous systems.
portion of the diencephalon that lies beneath the thalamus and forms the floor and part of the wall of the third ventricle
A collection of nuclei and fibres in the lower part of the diencephalon concerned with the regulation of many visceral processes, such as metabolism, temperature, and water balance.
Area at the front of the brain that is involved in controlling many things, such as body temperature and sexual function. It also helps to control hormones produced by the pituitary gland, which are very important in regulating many body processes.
An area of the brain situated below the thalamus containing centres regulating many functions, including reproduction.
a portion of the diencephalon of the brain, forming the floor and part of the lateral wall of the third ventricle. It activates, controls and integrates the peripheral autonomic nervous system, endocrine processes, and many somatic functions, such as body temperature, sleep and appetite.
A portion of the brain that activates, controls, and integrates part of the nervous system, the endocrine processes, and many bodily functions, such as temperature, sleep, and appetite.• Main Glossary• Previous Page
a brain structure that secretes many hormones, especially those involved with ultimate signals to the ovary
A brain stem structure which regulates several vital life functions; has intricate connections to the pituitary (ï3/4“masterï3/4”) endocrine gland.
a small and important organ in the centre of the brain that interprets signals from the environment and controls body temperature, breathing, heart rate and reproduction. Emotional signals are translated into hormonal and other changes.
the portion of the forebrain that serves as the control center for hunger, thirst, body temperature, and blood pressure.
Control center of the brain that regulates the amount of hormones produced by the pituitary gland.
a subcortical structure located immediately below the thalamus, part of it is also anterior to the thalamus and it forms the floor and part of the lateral walls of the third ventricle; by controlling the functioning of the pituitary gland it regulates basic biological functions (e.g., appetite, body temperature, sex drive)
A part of the brain that controls many internal body functions and the activity of the pituitary gland; produces gonado-tropin releasing hormones.
Bordering the third ventricle, this part of the brain influences sleep, eating, and sexual patterns, as well as regulates hormones and body temperature.
A small area in the midportion of the brain that, together with the pituitary gland, regulates the formation and release of many hormones in the body, including estrogen and progesterone by the ovaries and testosterone by the testes.
( hy-poh- thal-uh-mus) [Gk. hypo, under + thalamos, inner room] The ventral part of the vertebrate forebrain; functions in maintaining homeostasis, especially in coordinating the endocrine and nervous systems; secretes hormones of the posterior pituitary and releasing factors, which regulate the anterior pituitary.
An area at the base of the brain that regulatesbodily functions, such as body temperature, hunger, and thirst.
(adj.) hypothalamic: a portion of the brain which secretes substances that control metabolism by exerting an influence on pituitary gland function.
A region of the brain which regulates sex hormones and part of the nervous system. It is vital to sexual response and activity.
a small structure at the base of a human brain that serves as a biological clock, regulating the sleep-wake cycle.
A part of the brain, the hormonal regulation centre, located adjacent to and above the pituitary gland that regulates many body functions and controls the pituitary gland
The area of the brain that controls hunger, thirst, body temperature, and the action of the pituitary gland.
Part of the brain responsible for temperature regulation, controlling hunger and thirst, and managing water balance. It also helps generate emotion.
the region of the brain lying below the thalamus. The hypothalamus controls water balance, sleep, temperature, appetite and blood pressure. It also co-ordinates patterns of activity and controls emotions.
is part of the diencephalon. It lies just above the pituitary gland and has a number of important neural and endocrine functions X Y Z
A part of the brain which is vital in regulating many body functions including sex hormone production.
Endocrine gland located at the base of the brain which controls such functions as body temperature and appetite, and regulates secretion of hormones by the pituitary gland.
(hi'-po-THAHL-aw-muhs) The small, inferior portion of the diencephalon in the brain. It functions mainly in the control of involuntary activities, including endocrine gland regulation, sleep, thirst, and hunger.
The part of the brain concerned with operation of much of the autonomic (unconscious) nervous system, the production of specific hormones that are subsequently stored in and released by the pituitary gland, and the regulation of body temperature, sleep cycles, and food and water intake.
Related Topic"...It is important for longevity and coordinates the entire endocrine system, especially in connection with the pituitary..."
Part of the brain that conducts thyroid hormone conversion.
An area of the brain responsible for controlling functions such as water balance, body temperature, sleep, food intake, and the development of the body during puberty.
a gland which contains neurosecretions that are of importance in the control of certain metabolic activities, such as water balance, sugar and fat metabolism, regulation of body temperature, and secretion of releasing and inhibiting hormones.
a basal part of the diencephalon governing autonomic nervous system
A part of the brain that serves as a link between the higher centres of the brain and the pituitary gland, responsible for the control of the pituitary gland.
brain structure that serves as the integration center of the autonomic nervous system, regulating hormones, appetite, sleep, libido (sexual interest), the fight-flight response, and the capacity to experience pleasure, and is believed to play a role in depression.
This is a thumb-sized gland near the base of the brain that controls the pituitary gland. It releases messages called releasing hormones that stimulate the pituitary gland to release its hormones (FSH and LH) in the proper amounts to achieve ovulation. In some women the hypothalamus is dysfunctional and infertility results.
small area of the brain near the top of the brain stem; control site of behaviors such as feeding or drinking, temperature regulation, secretion of hormones through its effect on the pituitary gland
Part of the mid brain; which is the overriding control center of the monthly cycle
The portion of the brain's limbic system that integrates incoming information, and either increases or decreases the release of certain hormones that instruct the pituitary gland to release hormones.
In company with the pituitary gland, controls the emission of hormones. It controls body temperature, maintains blood pressure and the rate and force of the heartbeat, and controls how much water the body retains.
Related Topic"...This means it has the power to govern the autonomic (automatic or subconscious) nervous system..."
a basal part of the central region of the brain that contains many regulatory centres including ones that send periodic signals to the pituitary gland, which in turn secretes specific hormones. Contrary to previous belief that the pituitary was ‘the master gland', with better knowledge, much of that role appears to lie with the hypothalamus.
the region at the base of the brain involved in autonomic processes such as temperature regulation, food intake, and emotional activity, and thought to be important in the role of sleep and wakefulness.
a subcortical region lying beneath the thalamus important to the control of certain metabolic activities such as maintenance of water, sugar balance, fat metabolism, regulation of body temperature, and secretion of releasing and inhibiting hormones.
the part of the brain, the diencephalon, that automatically and subconsciously regulates food intake, controls the pituitary and the autonomic nervous system.
A thumb-sized area in the base of the brain that controls many functions of the body, regulates the pituitary gland, and releases gonadotropin releasing hormone (GnRH).
Part of the brain that regulates metabolic processes and regulates body temperature, emotions, hunger sensations, etc. The hypothalamus strongly influences the pituitary gland.
The hypothalamus is an area deep in the brain that is part of the limbic system. The hypothalamus controls sex hormones, sperm production, blood pressure, body temperature and more, by making and sending hormones through the bloodstream as messengers to the pituitary gland.
A group of nuclei in the midbrain, below the thalamus, that regulate the autonomic nervous system and control the anterior and posterior pituitary.
A small region of the brain that is important in regulating many body functions, including the functioning of the sex hormones. (page 102)
Part of the brain that regulates many basic functions, such as temperature and hormone secretion.
The part of the brain that controls body functions such as eating, sleeping and sexual behaviour. It maintains body temperature and chemical balance, and regulates many hormones.
a structure in the brain under the thalamus that monitors activities such as body temperature and food intake.
A thumbnail-sized endocrine gland located in the brain just above the pituitary gland to which it is connected; the hypothalamus normally contains cells which make and release GnRH.
a portion of the brain which controls many of the functions of homeostasis, such as temperature regulation, as well as endocrine processes, many bodily functions, sleep-wake cycles, and appetite. infarct a localized area of of decay or ischemic necrosis in a tissue, vessel, organ or part, produced by occlusion of the blood supply. See also lacunar infarcts.
A part of the brain that is connected to, and controls activity in, the pituitary gland. It also controls various aspects of homeostasis such as regulation of body temperature and appetite. There are regions of the hypothalamus that are associated with aggressive behaviour.
the part of the brain that lies below the thalamus and regulates body temperature and metabolic processes.
An endocrine gland in the brain that releases thyrotropin-releasing hormone (TRH).
A region of the brain critical in the regulation of drive states and hormonal imbalance.
The diencephalic structure located beneath the anterior end of the thalamus and composed of many pairs of nuclei.
The masses of gray matter lying beneath the thalamus, including the zona incerta, the nucleus hypothalamicus (Luy's body), and the stratum dorsale. The hypothalamic region seems to be concerned in the instinctive and emotional reactions.
the master gland of endocrine system. Exerts influence on mood, appetite, sweating, temperature regulation. Has multiple mechanisms to affect changes in nerve function as well. Main source of MSH production
small structure at the base of the brain that regulates many body functions, including appetite, body temperature, and stimulation of the pituitary gland.
The control center situated at the base of the brain which regulates functions of the autonomic nervous system and hormonal system, such as body temperature, thirst, appetite, and sex drive. Releases hormones that travel to the pituitary gland and stimulate release of pituitary hormones, which govern the other endocrine glands.
A small but very important structure located just above the brain stem and just below the thalamus. Considered a part of the central core of the brain, it includes the centres that govern motivated behaviour such as eating, drinking, sex and emotions. It also regulates endocrine activity and maintains body homeostasis.
Located beneath the thalamus, this structure regulaates intermal information.
the portion of the brain that stimulates the pituitary gland.
Part of the brain located above the pituitary, to which it is anatomically connected. It contains specialized nervous cells which regulate the production and release of pituitary hormones.
a part of the brain that regulates many basic body functions ( e.g., temperature, appetite, reproduction). In Vitro experiment conducted in an artificial environment ( etiology: "in glass"). In Vivo experiment conducted using a whole organism.
An area of the brain that regulates endocrine activity as well as somatic functions e.g.body temperature, sleep, appetite. Hypothalamic neurohormones (e.g.TRH) control various functions of the pituitary gland.
A region in the brain beneath the thalamus; consists of many aggregations of nerve cells and controls a variety of autonomic functions aimed at maintaining homeostasis. PICTURE
A structure at the base of the brain. It secretes hormones that regulate the pituitary gland, which in turn regulates various bodily functions, including ovulation in women and sperm production in men
a part of the brain that regulates peripheral autonomic mechanisms, many endocrine activities and many somatic functions, including water balance, body temperature, sleep and food intake.
A part of the brain that is the "hormonal regulationcenter." The hypothalamus is located adjacent to and just above thepituitary gland.
A part of the brain involved in controlling the release of hormones from the pituitary gland.
The part of the brain that controls appetite, body temperature, hormones, and other vital functions.
This is a group of important nuclei that mediate many important functions. It is located at the base of the brain and connected to the pituitary by a network of specialized blood vessels. The hypothalamic nuclei are involved in regulating many of the body’s internal organs via hormonal communication. The hypothalamus is a key part of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis that is so important in the stress response.
part of the brain that directs the nervous system, endocrine system
The part of the brain that controls many bodily functions, including feeding, drinking, and the release of many hormones.
The part of the brain lying below the thalamus; it coordinates water balance, reproduction, temperature regulation, and metabolism.
a major "control center" of the body, located at the base of the brain, above the pituitary gland, with which it interacts.
A collection of specialized nerve cells at the base of the brain which controls the anterior and posterior pituitary secretions, and is involved in other basic regulatory functions such as temperature control and attention.
A complex brain structure composed of many nuclei with various functions. These include regulating the activities of internal organs, monitoring information from the autonomic nervous system and controlling the pituitary gland.
A part of the brain that, among other functions, secretes chemicals that controls the activity of the pituitary gland.
A part of the base of the brain that controls the release of hormones from the pituitary.
part of the brain coordinating functions of the autonomic nervous system and regulating body temperature. Releases neurohormones affecting, in particular, the pituitary gland.
A thumb-sized area in the base of the brain that controls many body functions and regulates the pituitary gland.
The part of the brain that acts as a messenger to the pituitary gland. Also plays an integral role in body temperature, sleep, appetite, and sexual behavior.
lying below the thalamus, it is the part of the brain that regulates autonomic activities such as body temperature and certain metabolic processes
The part of the central nervous system (central area on the underside of the brain) that communicates with the pituitary gland to control involuntary functions such as body temperature and the release of hormones
The gland at the base of the brain that controls the release of hormones from the pituitary gland-I, J, K
the ventral part of the diencephalon, involved in the control of the autonomic nervous system and the pituitary gland.
Controls pituitary; regulates temperature, heart rate, blood pressure, food and water intake (autonomic functions, multi-glandular control); constitutes less than 1% of brain.
A gland in the mid part of the brain which is responsible for controlling many aspects of basic body functions.
an area of the forebrain which regulates pituitary gland and other functions.
A section of the brain that coordinates and controls many of the hormonal systems (source of GnRH) of the body, as well as the visceral nervous responses. It is responsible for controlling nearly all of the subconscious physiological reactions in the body. Interstitial cells (Leydig cells). Cells in the testis that produce testosterone in response to LH from the pituitary. See illustration, page 42.
an area of the brain that is believed to be the command center for instructions to the endocrine system.
A small structure at the base of the forebrain that plays a vital role in the control of the autonomic nervous system, of the endocrine system, and of the major biological drives.
A part of the brain close to the pituitary gland that makes and releases growth hormone releasing hormone (GHRH), which in turn causes the pituitary gland to form and release growth hormone (GH).
An endocrine gland located in the brain that regulates the control of fat metabolism, regulation of body temperature, water balance, and blood sugar. It also has a role in regulating the pituitary gland, thyroid gland, and the ovaries.
A small gland in the base of the brain and above the pituitary gland. It controls many body functions such as temperature and appetite, and regulates the secretion of hormones by the pituitary gland.
The area of the brain that controls body temperature, hunger, and thirst.
The hypothalamus is the region of the brain which contains several important centers which control body temperature, thirst, hunger, water balance, and sexual function. It is also closely connected with emotional activity and sleep, and functions as a center for the integration of hormonal and autonomic nervous activity through its control of pituitary secretions.
Brain structure that monitors internal environment and attempts to maintain balance of these systems. Controls the pituitary.
A portion of the brain that regulates the autonomic nervous system, the release of hormones from the pituitary gland, sleep cycles, and body temperature.
the endocrine gland at the center of the brain that produces gonadotropin releasing hormone and controls pituitary function
The hypothalamus is generally very active in regulating our primary instincts and emotional responses. The instincts for basic survival, fight or flight, mating, eating, and drinking, are all regulated right here. It is very easy to evoke an intense rage or pleasure response by stimulating the hypothalamus.
The floor of the diencephalon; the region of the brain containing centers involved with the unconscious regulation of visceral functions, emotions, drives, and the coordination of neural and endocrine functions.
The hypothalamus is an area of the brain located just above the pituitary gland; it triggers the pituitary gland to release hormones important to the regularity of your menstrual cycle.
The region of the brain located directly below the thalamus; regulates certain metabolic processes as well as links the nervous system to the endocrine system. Synthesizes and secretes hormones to other parts of the body.
section of the mammalian brain that serves to regulate body temperature and various other physiological, behavioral, and biochemical systems
the master gland of neuroendocrine (hormone) control in the brain. It controls the pituitary's production and release of its own hormones. Appetite and body temperature control centers are located in the hypothalamus. It releases many hormones including LHRH, a natural aphrodisiac. An aging clock or clocks may be located in the hypothalamus.
a part of the brain that produces gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH). GnRH tells the pituitary gland to produce follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH), which help regulate ovulation in women, and sperm and testosterone production in men.
a part of the brain, located on its underside
neural centers of the limbic brain just above the pituitary that control visceral activities, hormone production, water balance, and sleep.
the region of the forebrain in the floor of the third ventricle, linked with the thalamus above and the pituitary gland below. It contains several important centres controlling body temperature, thirst, hunger, and eating, water balance, and sexual function. It is also closely connected with emotional activity and sleep and functions as a centre for the integration of hormonal and autonomic nervous activity through its control of the pituitary secretions.
A part of the brain that regulates certain functions, including sex hormone production.
A small area of the brain that is responsible for regulating the release of some hormones and maintaining body temperature.
Part of the brain involved in endocrine mechanisms.
the part of the brain responsible for controlling the body's reaction to temperature, hunger and thirst Humans as organisms
The region of the brain which controls the pituitary gland.
A thumb sized region deep in the middle of the brain that monitors the body's internal functions and helps regulate things like hunger, thirst, body temperature, and hormones.
Hypothalamus is The part of the brain that lies below the thalamus, forming the major portion of the ventral region of the diencephalon and functioning to regulate bodily temperature, certain metabolic processes, and other autonomic activities.
a region in the upper part of the brainstem that acts as a relay to the pituitary gland - it controls body temperature, circadian cycles, sleep, moods, hormonal body processes, hunger, and thirst. The hypothalamus is part of the limbic system and works with the pituitary gland.
An important supervisory center in the brain regulating many body functions. Despite its importance in maintaining homeostasis, the hypothalamus in humans accounts for only 1/300 of total brain weight, and is about the size of an almond.
Part of the brain lying immediately above (and connected to) the pituitary gland; responsible for producing gonadotropin releasing hormone and dopamine, among other hormones and substances (including the endorphins, serotonin, etc.). In women (when conditioned to cyclical function by a lack of exposure to male sex hormones before birth) it resonates with the ovarian cycle and cooperates with the pituitary gland to cause corresponding cyclical production of follicle stimulating hormone and, particularly, a timely LH surge. Responds to progesterone by raising the body's temperature See also: basal body temperature chart
A part of the brain, the hormonal regulation center, located adjacent to and above the pituitary gland. In both the man and the woman this tissue secretes GnRH every ninety minutes or so. The pulsatile GnRH enables the pituitary gland to secrete LH and FSH, which stimulate the gonads. See also FSH; LH; Ovary; Pituitary Gland; Testicle.
The hypothalamus links the nervous system to the endocrine system via the pituitary gland, also known as the "master gland," by synthesizing and secreting neurohormones, often called releasing hormones, as needed that control the secretion of hormones from the anterior pituitary gland — among them, gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH). The neurons that secrete GnRH are linked to the limbic system, which is primarily involved in the control of emotions and sexual activity. The hypothalamus also controls body temperature, hunger, thirst, and circadian cycles.