The simple idea of the endocrine system is that glands use hormones to communicate to other glands
hypothalamic-pitutary-adrenal axis
The hypothalamus controls the pituitary gland, which helps regulate and communicate with other glands, which in turn communicates with the adrenal gland to get it to excrete adrenaline when the body is put under threat
Pituitary gland
Gland that helps to regulate all other gland
Pineal gland
Gland involved in producing melatonin
Thyroid gland
Gland regulating metabolism
Adrenal gland
Produces adrenaline when the body is in crisis
Pancreas
Gland that produces insulin, helps get energy from the food we eat
Ovary
Gland that produces estrogen and progesterone
Testes
Glands that produce testosterone
Neurotransmitters can fit into the receptors of glands, and hormones can fit into the receptors of neurons, so the nervous and endocrine systems are deeply connected and are constantly communicating with each other
Adrenaline
Beneficial in short bursts, sympathetic nervous system
Oxytocin
Us vs. them hormone that helps us form bonds with peers and be wary of strangers
Cortisol
Stress hormone that helps body with threats but can lead to heart issues if it's activated long term
Testosterone
Sexual arousal and competition hormone in men
Estrogen
Category of hormones involved in reproduction and sexual desire most present in women
