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Early prenatal but not postnatal glucocorticoid exposure is associated with enhanced HPA axis activity into adulthood in a wild primate.
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The discussions reveal a strong interest and engagement, with users referencing the connection between early prenatal hormone exposure and long-term stress responses, such as terms like 'crucial role' and phrases about ecological validity and developmental effects. The tone and word choice demonstrate thoughtful analysis and highlight the significance, but overall impact perception remains moderate, as some suggest further research is needed for broader implications.
Most discussions acknowledge the significance of the study’s findings on prenatal stress and development, showing general support.
The topic of juvenile HPA axis activity and prenatal hormones sparks high curiosity, reflected in detailed comments and sharing of links.
Participants cite specific aspects like ecological validity and developmental implications, indicating deep involvement.
While some recognize its importance for understanding stress and development, the overall perceived influence on policy or broad scientific paradigms is moderate.
Abstract in brief
- The study found that maternal exposure to glucocorticoids (stress hormones) early in pregnancy, but not after birth or during lactation, is linked to heightened activity of the offspring's HPA axis from infancy to adulthood in wild Assamese macaques.
- The research highlights that the timing of maternal hormone exposure plays a crucial role in shaping offspring development, with early prenatal exposure having long-lasting effects on stress regulation.
- This study emphasizes the importance of ecological validity by observing wild primates, showing that maternal stress during specific prenatal periods can influence offspring's stress response systems across their lifespan.]
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Most liked on X and Bluesky2025. Early prenatal but not postnatal glucocorticoid exposure is associated with enhanced HPA axis activity into adulthood in a wild primate. Assamese macaques (Macaca assamensis) | Proceedings of the Royal Society B royalsocietypublishing.org/doi/full/10....
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Early prenatal but not postnatal glucocorticoid exposure is associated with enhanced HPA axis activity into adulthood in a wild primate: royalsocietypublishing.org/doi/10.1098/... #ProcB #ecology #ethology
2025. Early prenatal but not postnatal glucocorticoid exposure is associated with enhanced HPA axis activity into adulthood in a wild primate. Assamese macaques (Macaca assamensis) | Proceedings of the Royal Society B royalsocietypublishing.org/doi/full/10....