Adrenal Insufficiency: The Hidden Link to Mental Health
Addison’s Disease: Psychological and Endocrine Dimensions Definition and Core Mechanism Addison’s disease, medically known as primary adrenal insufficiency, is a rare but serious endocrine disorder characterized by the failure of the adrenal cortex to produce sufficient quantities of steroid hormones, primarily cortisol and aldosterone. Cortisol, a crucial glucocorticoid, is essential for regulating metabolism, immune response, […]