Endocrine System 1

Synopsis

Examines the functions of the endocrine system, which is the communications network within the body, the hormonal signals of which originate in the endocrine glands and are disseminated through the bloodstream. Uses animation to identify these ductless gnands and explain how they work together, often under the direction of the pituitary gland. Discussions with an endocrinologist examine issues such as the use of growth hormones in children, hyper- and hypo-thyroid conditions and their treatments, and the use of steroids in sports training.

Series

Human Body, Series, The

Language

English

Country

United States

Medium

Video; Videocassette. VHS. col. 16 min.

Year of production

1993

Availability

Sale; 1997 sale: £32.00 (+VAT +p&p) (Viewtech)

Uses

Ages 14 and up.

Subjects

Biology

Keywords

endocrine system; growth hormone; hormones; human biology; physiology - human; pituitary gland; sports physiology

Credits

Producer

Bill Walker

Production Company

Name

USA

Notes

Use: Phoenix/BFA/Coronet Educational Media

Distributor

Name

Viewtech Educational Media

Contact

Lynda Morrell

Notes

NB. Viewtech ceased trading in 2014 and the company’s products are no longer in distribution For over 30 years Viewtech distributed programmes from leading specialist educational producers from around the world and since 2002 it included titles previously distributed in the UK by Educational Media Film & Video. The extensive collection covered all subjects within the primary and secondary curriculum and some materials, particularly in the areas of study skills and business, are applicable to further/higher education.