Asked by Ushma Vaidya on May 11, 2024

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The hormone that is typically implicated in aggressive behavior is

A) estrogen.
B) testosterone.
C) epinephrine.
D) norepinephrine.

Testosterone

A steroid hormone that plays a key role in the development of male reproductive tissues and the promotion of secondary sexual characteristics.

Estrogen

A group of steroid hormones that play a key role in the development and regulation of the female reproductive system and secondary sexual characteristics.

Epinephrine

A hormone also known as adrenaline, produced by the adrenal glands, that increases heart rate, muscle strength, blood pressure, and sugar metabolism, typically in response to stress.

  • Describe the biological and psychological foundations of aggressive behavior.
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lasheeda forneyMay 17, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Testosterone is the hormone primarily associated with aggressive behavior, as it is related to the development of secondary sex characteristics, including increased muscle mass and bone density, and higher levels of aggression in some individuals. Estrogen is more closely associated with reproductive functions and other physiological processes. Epinephrine and norepinephrine are stress hormones and are typically involved in the "fight or flight" response to perceived threats, but they are not as closely linked to aggressive behavior as testosterone.