PriMera Scientific Surgical Research and Practice (ISSN: 2836-0028)

Perspective

Volume 7 Issue 5

Y-Chromosome Functional Decline and Contemporary Male Health: A Multidimensional Sociobiological Perspective

Mhaske Sunil Natha* and Shraddha Prasad Gunja

April 29, 2026

DOI : 10.56831/PSSRP-07-262

Abstract

The health and behavioural patterns of modern males are influenced by complex interactions between genetic, hormonal, psychological, and socio-environmental factors. Although complete “Y gene deactivation” is biologically inaccurate, partial functional decline in Y-chromosome-linked expression, reduced androgen activity, and environmental influences may contribute to altered male physiology and behavior. This review explores associations between modern lifestyle factors—stress, addiction, digital exposure, delayed marriage, and socio-cultural changes—and male reproductive health, including impotence, erectile dysfunction, psychological feminization patterns, and declining testosterone levels. The study highlights the role of stress, pornography, sleep deprivation, dietary habits, and societal transitions such as female workforce participation. A balanced, evidence-based perspective is emphasized to avoid sociological bias.

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