Principles of Hormone/Behavior Relations

This text introduces underlying principles of the endocrine regulation of behavior in animals and humans. Every chapter begins by stating a principle, followed by specific examples of hormone actions derived from scientific experiments and clinical observations, and concludes with a few challenging unanswered questions. The reference source Hormones, Brain & Behavior identified this field as rapidly expanding within neurobiology and endocrinology. Now, this well-illustrated and referenced text will serve students from undergraduate school to medical school as they learn this new discipline.

• Uniform presentation of material across all chapter, with each chapter addressing a key principle, illustrated by basic experimental and clinical examples
• Includes user-friendly features such as boxed figures with extended captions and references, numerous clinical notes, and a comprehensive list of abbreviations
• Illustrations highlight both the clinical and basic science information

Neuroscientists and endocrinologists, as well as upper level undergraduates and graduate students.

Section I. Characterizing the Phenomena: Hormone Effects are Strong and Reliable Section II. History: Hormone Effects can Depend on Family, Gender, and Development Section III. Time: Hormonal Effects on Behavior Depend on Temporal Parameters Section IV. Space: Spatial Aspects of Hormone Administration and Impact are Important Section V. Mechanisms: Molecular and Biophysical Mechanisms of Hormone Actions Give Clues to Future Therapeutic Strategies Section VI. Environment: Environmental Variables Influence Hormone/Behavior Relations Section VII. Evolution