Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach
Author:Dee Silverthorn
Edition:8th Edition
Physiological processes are presented as interconnected systems that maintain stability within the body. It emphasizes homeostasis and integration, showing how cellular mechanisms, organ systems, and signaling pathways work together to regulate functions such as circulation, respiration, metabolism, and movement.

Chapters
- Chapter 1: Introduction to Physiology→
- Chapter 2: Molecular Interactions→
- Chapter 3: Compartmentation: Cells and Tissues→
- Chapter 4: Energy and Cellular Metabolism→
- Chapter 5: Membrane Dynamics→
- Chapter 6: Communication, Integration, and Homeostasis→
- Chapter 7: Introduction to the Endocrine System→
- Chapter 8: Neurons: Cellular and Network Properties→
- Chapter 9: The Central Nervous System→
- Chapter 10: Sensory Physiology→
- Chapter 11: Efferent Division: Autonomic and Somatic Motor Control→
- Chapter 12: Muscles: Structure and Function→
- Chapter 13: Integrative Physiology I: Control of Body Movement→
- Chapter 14: Cardiovascular Physiology→
- Chapter 15: Blood Flow and the Control of Blood Pressure→
- Chapter 16: Blood: Structure, Function, and Regulation→
- Chapter 17: Mechanics of Breathing→
- Chapter 18: Gas Exchange and Transport→
- Chapter 19: The Kidneys: Structure and Function→
- Chapter 20: Integrative Physiology II: Fluid and Electrolyte Balance→
- Chapter 21: The Digestive System→
- Chapter 22: Metabolism and Energy Balance→
- Chapter 23: Endocrine Control of Growth and Metabolism→
- Chapter 24: The Immune System→
- Chapter 25: Integrative Physiology III: Exercise→
- Chapter 26: Reproduction and Development→
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