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How testosterone and culture shape behavior | Carole K. Hooven

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Rough Play Fosters Healthy Men

Rough play in boys may be essential for developing vital social skills and managing aggression. Preventing such interactions could lead to negative outcomes, as evidenced by studies with male rats, where lack of rough play resulted in increased aggression and poor social behavior in adulthood. Encouraging appropriate rough play can promote cooperation, enhance response to social cues, and ultimately improve mating prospects, benefiting both individuals and society.

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