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The HPA Axis: Hypothalamus, Pituitary, Adrenal Cortex, and Cortisol

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An overview of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis, the body's primary hormonal stress-response system, and the role of cortisol in mobilizing energy and regulating the stress response over minutes to hours.

Inhaltsübersicht

  • Introduction to the Body's Stress-Response Systems
  • How the HPA Axis Works: A Step-by-Step Cascade
  • Cortisol: Functions, Rhythms, and Feedback Regulation
  • Individual Differences and Why the HPA Axis Matters
Illustration of the brain highlighting the hypothalamus and pituitary gland involved in the stress response
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