Hormones and Anxiety

Discover how GABA activity in the brain plays a crucial role in calming anxiety and the impact of hormonal birth control on women's mental health. Sarah explains the differences between natural progesterone and synthetic progestins, highlighting the lack of neurosteroid release that can contribute to increased anxiety and depression in women on the pill. The discussion also touches on the evolutionary aspects of parental investment, shedding light on its relevance to birth control choices.