The Traditional Model in Psychology Has Maintained That Hormones Influence

question 23

Multiple Choice

The traditional model in psychology has maintained that hormones influence behavior. However, research shows that testosterone levels rise in both men and women following an interpersonal competitive victory. This highlights ______.

• A) the unidirectional influence of hormones on behaviors and experiences
• B) the bidirectional influence of hormones on behaviors/experiences
• C) how hormones are a fixed and unchanging biological factor
• D) the unidirectional influence of behaviors and experiences on hormones

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