Oxytocin Is Produced in the ___ and Causes ___

question 61

Multiple Choice

Oxytocin is produced in the ___ and causes ___.

• A) anterior pituitary--milk to move into mammary glands
• B) posterior pituitary--childbirth muscle contractions
• C) hypothalamus--childbirth muscle contractions
• D) hypothalamus--the fight or flight response
• E) anterior pituitary--glucose uptake by cells of the pancreas

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Definitions:

Critical Thinking

The ability to engage in reflective and independent thinking, allowing an individual to analyze and evaluate an issue or situation to form a judgment.

Stress Hormones

Biochemicals released in the body in response to stress, which prepare the body to face a threat or flee to safety, such as cortisol and adrenaline.

Creativity

The ability to generate new and original ideas, solutions, or artistic expressions, which challenge conventional boundaries.

Conscious Mind

The aspect of mental processes and activities which a person is aware of at any given time.