👉 The term "hypophyseoprivous" is a medical term that refers to a region within the brain known as the hypothalamus. The hypothalamus is responsible for regulating various bodily functions, including thirst, hunger, and sleep-wake cycles. It is also involved in the regulation of appetite, emotions, and sexual behavior. The term "hypophyseoprivous" was first described by the German psychiatrist Friedrich Wilhelm von Papke in 1874.
