In this episode, Dr. Morgentaler and Dr. Brandon talk about sex differences and whether they are shaped by biology or socialization, exploring a fascinating study that even questions if roosters and hens are "socialized" differently. 00:06 Favorite Study: Nature vs. Nurture – Dr. Brandon shares her excitement about a study exploring whether sex differences come from biology or socialization. 00:58 Study Methodology and Examples – The study surveyed participants on whether traits in men, women, boys, girls, and even animals were shaped by nature or nurture. 02:35 Chickens and Roosters: A Hilarious Insight – Some participants hilariously applied socialization theories to roosters and hens, despite clear biological differences. 07:04 Sex Differences in Humans – Dr. Morgentaler explains how testosterone and biology influence male and female behavior, especially in relationships and sex. 17:32 Parenting and Cultivating Traits – Parents often try to balance gender traits, but overcorrecting can lead to challenges in romantic relationships later in life. Resources: Geher, G., & Gambacorta, D. (2010). Evolution is not relevant to sex differences in humans because I want it that way! Evidence for the politicization of human evolutionary psychology. EvoS Journal. With Dr. Abraham Morgentaler and Dr. Marianne Brandon Listen to the podcast on all of your favorite platforms: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ec/podcast/the-sex-doctors/id1761813985?l=en-GB Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0apSFzquJXKoOGnmI6ndgT?si=e5a1e482c7ca46c7 Find us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesexdoctors?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesexdoctors YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thesexdoctorspod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesexdoctor LinkedIn (Dr. Abraham): https://www.linkedin.com/in/abraham-morgentaler-md-81628b6 LinkedIn (Dr. Marianne): https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariannebrandon-59224513 X (Dr. Abraham): https://x.com/DrMorgentaler X (Dr. Marianne): https://x.com/drbrandon #SexDifferences #NatureVsNurture #GenderRoles

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