Principles of Hormone/Behavior Relations [Hardcover]

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 informationSection 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.
EvolutionProvides a broad overview of the effects of hormones on behavior in man and animals.Donald W. Pfaff heads the Laboratory of Neurobiology and Behavior at The Rockefeller University. He received his scientific training at Harvard University and MIT and is a member of thelSÒ