Testosterone-fueled infantile males might be a product of Mom's behavior
Thursday, May 10, 2012 - 10:30
in Psychology & Sociology
By comparing the testosterone levels of five-month old pairs of twins, both identical and non-identical, researchers were able to establish that testosterone levels in infancy are not inherited genetically but rather determined by environmental factors. “Testosterone is a key hormone for the development of male reproductive organs, and it is also associated with behavioral traits, such as sexual behavior and aggression,” said the lead author.