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Neuro-Endocrine System

Meaning

The Neuro-Endocrine System is the integrated, functional unit of the human body that serves as the central regulatory and communication network, linking the nervous system with the endocrine system. This master control system, primarily centered in the hypothalamus and pituitary gland, translates neural signals into hormonal messages and vice versa, maintaining internal homeostasis. This intricate, bidirectional communication is fundamental to regulating stress response, reproduction, metabolism, and mood.