Pituitary+Gland

__ Definition: __
The endocrine gland located in the brain that releases hormones that activate other endocrine glands as well as growth hormone; often called the "master gland." Gen Psych, CH 2, pp. 58

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The pituitary gland is like the conductor of an orchestra, telling other areas when to perform their functions.

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[|What Does the Pituitary Gland do?] The **pituitary** is a pea-sized gland that is housed inside a bony structure (sella turcica) at the groundwork of the brain. The sella turcica defends the pituitary but permits very little room for expansion. [|What is the Pituitary Gland?] The pituitary gland is a pea-sized gland located at the base of the skull between the optic nerves. [|Another Definition of the Pituitary Gland]

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