How Do Parathyroid Hormone and Calcitonin Maintain Blood Calcium Levels

question 33

Short Answer

How do parathyroid hormone and calcitonin maintain blood calcium levels?

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Definitions:

Desensitization

The process by which repeated exposure to a stimulus (e.g., violence) reduces emotional responsiveness to the stimulus over time.

Cultivation Theory

A theory that suggests that heavy exposure to media, particularly television, shapes viewers' perceptions of reality.

Violent Sexual Material

Content that depicts sexual acts in association with violence, aggression, or abuse, raising concerns about its impact on attitudes and behaviors.

Reducing Harmful Effects

Strategies or interventions aimed at minimizing negative consequences associated with certain actions, behaviors, or environmental factors.