The Hypothalamus-Pituitary-Adrenal (HPA) Axis: Unraveling the Body’s Stress Response System The hypothalamus-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis stands as one of the central regulatory systems in the human body, orchestrating the physiological response to stress and modulating a myriad of vital functions. Comprising interconnected components located in the brain and adrenal glands, this intricate axis plays a pivotal […]