Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal (HPA) Axis

- Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal (HPA) Axis : Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal (HPA) Axis refers to a regulatory System of the brain made up of the hypothalamus control center and the pituitary and Adrenal glands which influences the person's response to stress and his/her ability to regulate emotions.