Describe the general function of the endocrine system. Describe the selected disease or disorder related to the endocrine system. What are the underlying causes of symptoms of the disease or disorder?

Imagine that you are employed at a local nonprofit agency and belong to an online community of people who work in the field of mental health. In a blog space, you are interested in sharing information on a particular disease that is related to the endocrine system function.

Select and research a disease or disorder related to the endocrine system. Refer to this week’s University Library articles to begin your research.

Write a 350- to 700-word informational blog post based on your research. Address the following in your post:

• Describe the general function of the endocrine system.
• Describe the selected disease or disorder related to the endocrine system.
• What are the underlying causes of symptoms of the disease or disorder?
• How is the endocrine system related to the causes of these symptoms?
• What are recommendations on how to treat the disease or disorder?

Cite your sources according to APA guidelines.