| Autor: |
Demas, G. E., Cooper, M. A., Albers, H. E., Soma, K. K. |
| Zdroj: |
Handbook of Neurochemistry & Molecular Neurobiology (9780387303628); 2007, p337-372, 36p |
| Abstrakt: |
An import role for gonadal steroid hormones, particularly testosterone, in mediating aggressive behavior is well-established across vertebrate taxa. Due to the emphasis placed on testosterone much less is know regarding the potential role of other steroid and peptide hormones in the regulation of aggression. The idea that any single hormone mediates aggression, however, is overly simplistic. In fact, research over the last two decades or more have has suggested that aggression in a complex behavior that is regulated by a wide range of hormones in addition to testosterone. This chapter reviews several novel neuroendocrine mechanisms that have been recently identified as being implicated in the regulation of aggressive behavior. Specific focus is placed on studies conducted in rodents, birds and primates, as the majority of research in this area has focused on these groups of animals. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
| Databáze: |
Complementary Index |
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