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Core Argument - Understanding the mechanisms underlying social behavior is crucial, as social interactions are tightly linked to individual success across species [2][4] - Current model systems are limited in capturing the full range of behavioral variation, hindering the identification of essential ingredients for social behaviors [11] - Comparing and contrasting diverse species, like social and solitary bees, can reveal "same differences" that highlight unique features of social organisms [20][21] Research Approach - The research uses an evolutionary biology approach to understand the mechanisms shaping the social brain by comparing social and solitary species [6][21] - The study involves identifying genes shaped by natural selection in social species and examining hormone levels in their brains [22][23] - The research also explores how social experiences and environmental factors interact with genes to influence social behavior [28][29] Key Findings & Implications - Certain genes associated with hormone binding and transport are linked to social behavior variations in bees and may have connections to human social disorders like autism [23][26] - Social experiences, such as early-life isolation, can significantly impact social behavior and brain development in various species, including bees and humans [34] - Studying social behavior in bees can provide insights into the fundamental blueprint of the social brain, potentially applicable to a wide range of species, including humans [25][38]

Women's Health & Funding - Less than 1% of funding is spent on women over 40 [3] - Women live 20% more of their lives with chronic disease or mental health disorders [3] - 50% of patients with unexplained infertility have endometriosis [3] - It takes women 7 to 10 years to get an endometriosis diagnosis after symptoms start [3] Menstrual Cycle & Health - Irregular menstrual cycles should be a cause for concern [1] - Lack of a period is harmful to long-term health, brain health, mental health, low energy, mood, and libido [1] Women's Health Discussions & Education - There is a lack of public discussion and education regarding women's health issues [2][3][4] - Patients often normalize pain, delaying diagnosis and treatment [4]

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Mental Health Treatment - New mental illness treatments deserve recognition [1] - Overcoming the negative perception of hormones is crucial for maximizing the benefits of these treatments [1]

Endocrine Disruptors Overview - Endocrine disruptors are molecules capable of disrupting the hormonal system [8] - Hormones are chemical substances produced by glands that act as keys interacting with specific receptors [8][9] - These disruptors can interfere with hormone effects, leading to various health risks [11] Health Risks Associated with Endocrine Disruptors - Potential health risks include hypertension, cancers (prostate, testicles, breast, ovaries), masculinization in women, and feminization in men [12][13] - Sperm count has decreased by half from 1978 to 2020 [13] - Endocrine disruptors can affect puberty, potentially causing precocious puberty in young girls [14] Sources and Presence of Endocrine Disruptors - Common sources include bisphenol, phthalates in plastics, parabens, heavy metals, preservatives (BHA, BHT), and pesticides [18] - Found in medications, plastic packaging, canned goods, paints, and cosmetics [18][19] - Present in food items like corn, rice, dried/smoked fish, and fresh tomatoes, as shown by studies in Burkina Faso [21] Mitigation Strategies - Reduce exposure by being cautious with street medications and natural aphrodisiacs [23] - Pay attention to pesticides in food and choose cosmetics carefully [23][24] - Be mindful of plastic packaging and food additives [24] - Adopt new behaviors and pass them on to children [25] Other Disruptors - Alcohol, excess sugar and fat, mycotoxins, shisha, and cigarettes (containing approximately 280 different molecules in their smoke) are also disruptors [25]