Sentences with phrase «alters appetite regulation»

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Third, chronic stress associated with family violence may alter hypothalamic - pituitary axis functioning, lead to dysregulation of neuroendocrine systems controlling appetite, and influence hormonal regulation of visceral fat distribution.35 Other traumatic childhood experiences have been linked to altered serotonin and cortisol systems.70 Overlapping research has shown that bulimia is associated with decreased serotonin metabolites in cerebrospinal fluid,71 - 73 reduced platelet binding of serotonin reuptake inhibitors, 73 reduced density of paroxetine - binding sites, and altered cortisol function.70 Thus, early - life disruption of neuroendocrine systems may elevate risk for disordered eating behaviors and suboptimal fat storage and distribution.