Discover published sets by community

Involved in aggression, sexual behavior, and cognitive function, particularly in males.

Regulate metabolism, growth, and development, including neuronal maturation and plasticity.

Neuropeptides that act as natural painkillers and are also involved in producing euphoria.

Regulates body composition, muscle and bone growth, sugar and fat metabolism, and possibly heart function.

Regulates sleep-wake cycles and circadian rhythms.

Controls water retention in kidneys but also involves social behavior, stress response, and pair bonding.

Regulates social bonding, sexual reproduction, and maternal behaviors.

Functions as a neurotransmitter and hormone; involved in arousal, attention, and response to stress.

Often termed the 'hunger hormone', it stimulates appetite, food intake, and promotes fat storage.

Mediates 'fight-or-flight' response, increasing heart rate, blood flow, and prepares the body for action.

Primarily a neurotransmitter, but its modulation also influences mood, emotion, and sleep.

While primarily known for regulating blood sugar levels, it also influences neural signaling and cognitive functions.

Often termed the 'satiety hormone', it inhibits hunger and regulates energy balance.

Involved in stress response, metabolic functions, and immune response modulation.