Main description:

Based on a large variety of experiments on both humans and animals, this volume presents novel conceptualizations of the organizing consequences of hormones throughout the lifespans of mammals.

Contents:

Genetic Influences on Sexual Behavior Differentiation; K.L. Olson. Sexual Behavior; I.L. Ward. Early Androgen and Age-Related Modifications in Female Reproduction; A.A. Gerall, L. Givon. Role of Estrogens and Progestins in the Development of Female Sexual Behavior Potentials; S.E. Hendricks. Fetal Drug Exposure and Sexual Differentiation of Males; O.B. Ward. Prenatal Hormonal Contributions Sex Differences in Human Cognitive and Personality Development; J.M. Reinisch, S.A. Sanders. Gender Differences in Human Neuropsychological Function; J. Levy, W. Heller. Gonadal Hormones and Sex Differences in Nonreproductive Behaviors; W.W. Beatty. Throughout Life; S.A. Tobet, T.O. Fox. Factors Determining the Onset of Puberty; M.E. Wilson. Index.