The impact of environmental chemicals on hormonal systems that can affect behavior, development, reproduction, and mental health through interference with normal endocrine function.
Example: Exposure to certain plastics and pesticides potentially affecting stress hormone systems and contributing to increased rates of anxiety, depression, and attention problems.
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