The hypothalamo-neurohypophyseal system (HNS) is controlled by adrenal and gonadal steroids.
Magnocellular vasopressin and oxytocin are regulators of hypophyseal functions.
The hypothalamus pituitary adrenal (HPA) axis interacts with the HNS.
Central and systemic response to the chronic stress is in part mediated by adrenal steroids.
Chronic ailments including cardiac conditions or neurodegenerative diseases may be linked to altered HNS–HPA interaction.