What Are Some of the Physiological Signals That 1) Initiate

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Essay

What are some of the physiological signals that 1) initiate hunger and 2) cease eating? What is the role of leptin in the hunger process and how was its role discovered?

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Definitions:

Feminist Therapist

A form of therapy that considers the social, political, and economic contexts that contribute to a person's problems, with a focus on gender inequality.

Prejudice and Discrimination

Negative attitudes and unfair treatment towards individuals or groups based on characteristics such as race, gender, or religion.

Psychological Functioning

Refers to the mental processes and behaviors that enable an individual to adapt and cope with life's demands.

Basal Ganglia

Groups of nuclei in the brain associated with a variety of functions, including control of voluntary motor movements, procedural learning, and habits.