
People that are socially isolated tend to be unhappy and prone to mental health issues such as depression and anxiety and also tend to have shorter life spans. By contrast, those that seek the company of others and are generally more sociable tend to feel greater happiness and experience fewer episodes of sadness while living longer. A recent study that looks at the contrast has found that hormones may be one part of the puzzle. Previous studies found a connection between a desire to bond and progesterone, while the latest studies have found that bonding actually boosts levels of progesterone in the body. Other hormones, such as oxytocin, also increase when people are bonding. In some people, progesterone levels may be low, leading to a lack of desire to connect with others. If you’re not feeling very sociable these days, your hormones could be partially responsible… Read More
Sleep is fundamental to our overall health, yet many women face sleep disturbances linked to hormonal changes. These disruptions are often exacerbated during key hormonal transitions such as puberty, pregnancy, […]
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