Fathers biologically attuned to their children when sleeping nearby, research reveals
Friday, September 7, 2012 - 16:30
in Psychology & Sociology
Mothers aren't the only ones who are biologically adapted to respond to children. New research shows that dads who sleep near their children experience a drop in testosterone. Previous research from humans and other species suggests this decrease might make men more responsive to their children's needs and help them focus on the demands of parenthood.