Monday, August 12, 2013

Hypothalmus

Diencephalon

Hypothalamus

Fundamentals:

Function:

visceral activities of the body
  • Accelerating or decelerating certain body functions
  • Secreting hormones
  • Important regulation
    • Cardiovascular regulation
    • Body temperature regulation
    • Water and electrolyte balance
    • Hunger and control of GI activity
    • Sleeping and wakefullness
    • Sexual response
    • Emotions