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Adult testosterone levels have little or no influence on dominance in men

Authors :
Hines, Melissa
Source :
Behavioral and Brain Sciences. June, 1998, Vol. 21 Issue 3, p377, 2 p.
Publication Year :
1998

Abstract

There is substantial evidence that psychological factors influence human testosterone levels, but little support if any for an influence of circulating testosterone on dominance in men. Persistent interest in testosterone as an explanation of behaviors such as dominance and aggression might reflect the influence of cognitive schemas regarding race and sex rather than empirical evidence.

Details

ISSN :
0140525X
Volume :
21
Issue :
3
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
Behavioral and Brain Sciences
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
edsgcl.21079151