Biological Basis of Behavior-Cognitive Disorders Flashcards
What is considered to be the master endocrine gland?
Pituitary Gland
What does the hormone released by the pituitary gland do?
It stimulates all other endocrine hormones
Which brain structure regulates the pituitary gland?
Hypothalamus
What does the thyroid control?
Metabolism
What are some symptoms of hyperthyroidism?
Weight loss, increased appetite, heat sensitivity, diarrhea, tremor, fatigue, insomnia, impaired memory
Grave’s Disease is a type of which thyroid disorder?
Hyperthyroidism
What mental health disorders does hyperthyroidism mimic?
Anxiety or mania
What are some symptoms of hypothyroidism?
Weight gain, sluggishness, fatigue, sensitivity to cold, problems with memory
What mental health disorder does hypothyroidism mimic?
Depression
What is Type I Diabetes?
Insulin-dependent diabetes, because the pancreas does not secrete insulin. It typically occurs before the age of 30
What is Type II Diabetes
When the body becomes resistant to insulin
Who is most at risk for Type II diabetes?
African Americans, Hispanics, and those who are obese
What are the 3 types of diabetes?
Type I
Type II
Gestational Diabetes
Hyperglycemia
Excess Blood Sugar
What are the 3 main symptoms of Hyperclycemia
Polyuria, polyphasia, polydipsia
Polyuria
Increased Urination
Polyphasia
Increased Appetite
Polydipsia
Increased Thirst
Hypoglycemia
Too little Blood Sugar
Symptoms of Hypoglycemia include?
Jittery, irritability, trembling, fatigue, rapid heart rate, confusion
Too little pituitary hormone results in?
Dwarfism
Too much pituitary hormone results in?
Gigantism
Too little cortico-steroids results in?
Addison’s Disease
Too much cortico-steroids results in?
Cushing’s Disease