Dads who are involved in their sons’ upbringing also shape their testosterone. And this could have big implications for paternal care
Fatherhood can have lasting effects across generations -- and this includes through biology too.
Tag: testosterone
Testosterone can make males “cuddly” just as well as aggressive — it all depends on context
These are surprising findings for a hormone so often linked to aggressive and competitive behavior.
Natural testosterone promotes moral behavior, supplements promote utilitarian choices
"The current work challenges some dominant hypotheses about the effects of testosterone on moral judgments."
Testosterone protects against inflammation
A new use found for testosterone.
Testosterone boost makes men more likely to buy luxury brands
The hormone drives men to enhance their status.
Compounds in essential oil may impact hormones, promote male breast development
They smell awesome, but maybe they're not meant to go on your skin.
Recents studies show how coffee is good for your health
The idea that coffee is good for you is not a new one.
Ibuprofen long-term use linked to infertility in men
The most common painkiller in the world can cause trouble in men when taken for more than two weeks.
Male contraceptive rub-on gel trial starts in 2018
The rub-on gel contains two hormones: progestin and synthetic testosterone.
These lionesses have grown a mane and are acting like males
Five lionesses in Botswana have grown male-like manes and one is even roaring and humping other females.
Good fathers’ testosterone level drops when expecting a baby
From horny freshmen to hugs and pacifiers, testosterone powers every man's relationships.
How maternal testosterone levels can cause anxiety in offspring
Women suffering from polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) show elevated levels of testosterone and testosterone derivatives in their systems, as well ...
Transition to civilization led to drop in testosterone
A study suggests that humanity's transition to civilization coincided with a drop in testosterone. Less of the hormone is associated ...
Why are men better navigators than women? Testosterone, not evolution might be the answer
The caveman theory that says men are better navigators than women because they had to find their back home after ...