The Unexpected Connection Between Estrogen and Autism | SciShow News

The video explores the complex relationship between hormones and autism, focusing on recent research that links elevated estrogen levels in the womb to autism. It challenges the traditional focus on testosterone and introduces the extreme male brain theory. The findings suggest that both genetic and hormonal factors contribute to autism, with estrogen playing a significant role in brain development. The research highlights the need for a broader approach to understanding autism, considering both male and female hormones and their interactions during fetal development.

How might maternal estrogen levels affect fetal brain development?

Why is it important to consider both genes and hormones in autism research?

What challenges did researchers face in studying female fetuses in relation to autism?