Buying Under the Influence (of Testosterone)
Researchers say men with higher testosterone levels have a greater preference for goods that are considered to be luxurious status symbols.... Read More...
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Men with Migraine May Have Higher Estrogen Levels
A new study reveals men who experience migraines have higher levels of estrogen than men who do not suffer the debilitating headaches.... Read More...
Older Men with Higher Levels of Sex Hormones Could Be Less Religious
Men with higher levels of testosterone and DHEA in blood and saliva samples had weaker religious ties than those with lower levels of the same sex hormones, a new study reports.... Read More...
Male Susceptibility to Autism Linked to Male Hormones in Early Stage Brain Development
A new study reveals exposure to androgens during brain development can alter genes linked to autism in males.... Read More...
Men Hold Secret to Protect Women From Multiple Sclerosis
A new PNAS study reveals why men are less likely to develop multiple sclerosis than women. According to researchers, a 'guardian molecule' that is triggered by testosterone appears to have a protective effect in men. When female mice were treated with the molecule, their symptoms of the disease were eliminated.... Read More...
Swings in Dad’s Testosterone Affect Family, For Better or Worse, After Birth
A new study supports previous findings that show men have biological responses to becoming a parent. The study revealed men whose testosterone levels dropped during 9 months following birth were at higher risk of developing post partum depression. By contrast, those who experienced high testosterone were at higher risk of experiencing stress and tended to be more aggressive toward their partner.... Read More...
Computer Algorithm Links Facial Masculinity to Autism
Researchers applied a computer algorithm to 3D facial images of children diagnosed with ASD. The algorithm detected both males and females with autism had more masculine features than children not on the spectrum.... Read More...
What Happens To Your Body When You’re Stressed?
A new report examines the effect stress can have on our bodies and general health.... Read More...
Humans Hardwired to Lean to the Right While Kissing the World Over
Researchers suggest that, regardless of where we are from in the world, humans are hardwired to lean to the right when kissing a romantic partner. The findings could have wider implications for neuroscience and cognitive sciences, the researchers report.... Read More...
Acetaminophen During Pregnancy Can Inhibit Masculinity
A new study reports paracetamol (acetaminophen) could damage the development of male behaviors in offspring if taken while a female is pregnant.... Read More...
Adolescent Impatience Increases As Testosterone Rises
A new study reveals the influence testosterone levels play in adolescent decision making.... Read More...
Testosterone Makes Men Less Likely to Question Their Impulses
According to researchers, testosterone increases a man's tendency to rely in intuition more and makes them less likely to embark on self reflection. ... Read More...