Psychosexual Differentiation in the Human1

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  • SUSAN W. BAKER
چکیده

This review presents the major findings in studies on humans of chromosomal, gonadal, prenatal hormonal and environmental contributions to sex dimorphic behaviors. The hypotheses derived from these studies are evaluated. Findings relevant to possible biological antecedents in the formation of gender identity, gender role behaviors, sexual orientation and “parenting” behaviors are reviewed and critically discussed.

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تاریخ انتشار 2004