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Cordelia Fine, "Testosterone Rex: Myths of Sex, Science, and Society" (Norton, 2018)

New Books in Biology and Evolution

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Reevaluating Gender Roles and Bateman's Principle

This chapter examines the evolutionary theories that have shaped traditional gender roles, particularly focusing on testosterone's influence on behaviors. It critiques Bateman's principle regarding male and female reproductive success, revealing biases and alternative findings that suggest a more complex view of female promiscuity and mating strategies. The discussion challenges long-standing stereotypes about competition and nurturing in humans, advocating for a nuanced understanding of reproductive behaviors.

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