Hormones and Identity
Sarah shares her surprising realization about the impact of hormonal birth control on women's identities and motivations. Despite her extensive background in studying women and hormones, she acknowledges the lack of longitudinal research on the long-term effects of birth control, particularly for those who started using it in adolescence. The discussion highlights the temporary nature of hormonal changes while on birth control and raises important questions about its lasting influence on personality and health.In this clip
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