What is the role of the CNS in reproductive health?
The CNS influences reproductive health through its regulation of endocrine functions. Stress, emotional well-being, and mental health can significantly impact the hypothalamic-pituitary-ovarian (HPO) axis, affecting ovulation and menstrual cycles. Conditions such as anorexia nervosa and extreme physical stress can disrupt this axis, leading to irregular menstruation or amenorrhea.
