Alpha males take greater risks: Study links finger length to behavior

Tuesday, November 9, 2010 - 16:32 in Health & Medicine

Potential investors might wish to examine the fingers of their financial adviser prior to signing over any savings. A new study has found the length between the second and fourth finger is an indicator of high levels of prenatal testosterone, risk-taking and potential financial success in men. The findings suggest that alpha males may take greater risks in relationships, on the squash court and in the financial market.

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