3. Genetic Expression
Stress has clear effects on adult males but could also affect their future children. Animal studies have revealed that chronic stress changes gene expression in sperm. Some experts feel that this could result in children having irregular stress reactions and make them vulnerable to stress-related disorders.
Researchers note that this area of study is still new, and there is the potential for many more discoveries in the long-term effects of stress on sperm.
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