"Neuroendocrinology and Behavior" ed. by Tomiki Sumiyoshi

This volume provides information on peptide hormones, i.e. oxytocin and vasopressin, and how studies of these neuropeptides enrich our understanding of social and other behaviors. These neuromodulators also affect sexual behavior and water balance in the body, an issue also addressed in this Book.

Understanding of the neuroendocrine system provides an insight into a wide range of bodily and mental processes.

Contents
Preface
Section 1 The Neuroendocrine System in Cognition, Emotion, and Stress Response
1 Neuroendocrine Regulation of Stress Response in Clinical Models
2 Intraamygdalar Melatonin Administration and Pinealectomy Affect Anxiety Like Behavior and Spatial Memory
Section 2 Neuropeptides in Social Behaviors and Diseases
3 Behavioral Roles of Oxytocin and Vasopressin
4 Role for Pituitary Neuropeptides in Social Behavior Disturbances of Schizophrenia
5 Is Intranasal Administration of Oxytocin Effective for Social Impairments in Autism Spectrum Disorder?
Section 3 Miscellaneous Issues
6 The Effects of Some Neuropeptides on Motor Activity of Smooth Muscle Organs in Abdominal and Pelvic Cavities
7 Effect of Cadmium Contaminated Diet in Controlling Water Behavior by Meriones shawi