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 ___ Brain Anatomy: Pineal Gland ___ |
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Epiphysis cerebri, Pineal gland
Functions Melatonin production (Sleep-wake cycle and other time-dependent, seasonal rhythms) Other melatonin functions: possibly memory formation, long-term potentiation, synaptic plasticity (amongst other functions) within the hippocampus; consciousness, stress S; menopause S; aging S; immune system S; protection of the upper portion of the gastrointestinal tract S; possibly antioxidant S, antidepressive, anxiolytic and nootropic effect S; Influence on the insulin secretion S Disorders Disturbances of the circadian rhythm; premature sexual maturation; Enhancement or inhibition of sexual development; Cysts -> headaches S, papillary tumor of the pineal region S |
Source left: "Neurology of Cognitive and Behavioral Disorders", edited Right: Endocrine system of man and woman. |
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