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Compare the functions of the Lateral Hypothalamus and Ventromedial Hypothalamus.
LH stimulates hunger, while VMH stimulates satiety.
Compare the roles of Estrogen and Testosterone in sexual motivation.
Estrogen is the primary female sex hormone, while testosterone is the primary male sex hormone; both are interconnected with sexual attraction.
Compare the effects of Ghrelin and Leptin on hunger.
Ghrelin increases hunger, while Leptin decreases hunger.
What is the effect of damage to the Lateral Hypothalamus?
No desire to eat.
What is the effect of damage to the Ventromedial Hypothalamus?
Never feeling full.
What is the effect of increased Ghrelin levels?
Increased hunger.
What is the effect of decreased Leptin levels?
Increased hunger.
What is the effect of social eating?
Increased food consumption.
What is the effect of ostracism?
Feelings of pain and social distress.
What is the effect of carbohydrate consumption on mood?
Boosts serotonin, leading to improved mood.
What is the effect of social + autonomy?
Leads to high self-esteem and feeling valued.
What is the effect of increased Orexin levels?
Increased hunger.
What is the effect of increased Insulin levels?
Controls blood glucose levels.
What is the definition of Lateral Hypothalamus (LH)?
Brain structure that stimulates hunger; produces orexin.
What is the definition of Ventromedial Hypothalamus (VMH)?
Brain structure that stimulates satiety (feeling full).
What is the definition of Orexin?
A hunger-triggering hormone secreted by the hypothalamus.
What is the definition of Ghrelin?
Hormone secreted by an empty stomach; increases hunger.
What is the definition of PYY?
Digestive tract hormone that decreases hunger.
What is the definition of Leptin?
Protein hormone secreted by fat cells; decreases hunger.
What is the definition of Basal Metabolic Rate?
How much energy your body uses at rest.
What is the definition of Neophobia?
Dislike of new foods; an evolutionary adaptation.
What is the definition of Refractory Period?
Resting period after orgasm, during which males cannot achieve another orgasm.
What is the definition of Ostracism?
The pain of being excluded or ignored.