Summary
A study by evolutionary anthropologists suggests modern life's constant stress may be harming human health. The study argues that human evolution has not kept pace with rapid technological and environmental changes, leading to a mismatch that affects mental and physical well-being.
Key Facts
- The study published in Biological Reviews is by Colin Shaw and Daniel Longman.
- It claims that modern stressors are constant, unlike occasional threats faced by ancestors.
- Constant stress can damage the immune system, memory, and hormonal balance.
- The study notes declines in fertility and sperm count, linked to chronic stress and pollutants.
- Rapid changes in urbanization, pollution, and digital connectivity add to these stressors.
- Researchers suggest that cities and workplaces should be redesigned to better match human biological needs.
