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The Heart of the Brain

The Hypothalamus and Its Hormones

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The hypothalamus plays a crucial role in governing human physiology and behavior, influencing our emotions, actions, and identities through a complex network of neurons and hormonal signals. Gareth Leng delves into the evolutionary origins and regulatory mechanisms of these neurons, revealing how they connect our passions to our reasoning. By examining the potent, long-lasting effects of hypothalamic hormones, the book offers an insightful exploration of how this small brain structure is integral to what defines us as human beings.

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The Heart of the Brain, Gareth Leng

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Titre
The Heart of the Brain
Sous-titre
The Hypothalamus and Its Hormones
Langue
Anglais
Éditeur
MIT Press
Publié
2024
Format
souple
Pages
276
ISBN13
9780262551939
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The hypothalamus plays a crucial role in governing human physiology and behavior, influencing our emotions, actions, and identities through a complex network of neurons and hormonal signals. Gareth Leng delves into the evolutionary origins and regulatory mechanisms of these neurons, revealing how they connect our passions to our reasoning. By examining the potent, long-lasting effects of hypothalamic hormones, the book offers an insightful exploration of how this small brain structure is integral to what defines us as human beings.