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Identify the nine pituitary hormones and their target tissues.
Yerkes-Dodson Law
The psychological principle stating that performance is best under conditions of moderate arousal rather than either low or high arousal.
Moderate Arousal
Refers to an optimal level of alertness or physical and mental activation at which performance on a task is best.
Cholecystokinin (CCK)
a hormone that is released by the intestines in response to eating certain foods and stimulates the digestion of fat and protein.
Motivation
The process that initiates, guides, and maintains goal-oriented behaviors, driving individuals to pursue and achieve their objectives.
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