Brief descriptions of these activities are compiled at http://serendip.brynmawr.edu/exchange/bioactivities/NGSS/listing. The Teacher Notes for each activity provide additional information concerning alignment with the Next Generation Science Standards.
There is growing evidence that mood disturbances, mostly severe depression, are common in PCOS women , in whom impaired quality of life from body image concerns cause fatigue, sleep disturbance and changes in eating habits.
Frequently caused by Insulin Resistance, PCOS is a syndrome that is sparked by a hormonal imbalance. Women who have this condition can have elevated levels of androgens, or male hormones. While it is natural for women to have some testosterone in their bodies, too much of it can cause major problems.