endocrine and autonomic nervous system working together

Question 1

explain how the endocrine and autonomic nervous system can work together

Answer 1

• The stressor causes your ANS to change from the Parasympathetic NS to the Sympathetic NS
• The pituitary gland then releases adrenocorticotrophic (ACTH)
• This hormone affects the adrenal glands causing it release adrenaline into the bloodstream.
• This causes physiological changes in the body to occur eg. Increased heart rate.
• Once the threat has passed the Parasympathetic NS returns the body to it’s resting state acting as a ‘brake’ to return to homeostasis.