Intro to Neuroscience, Chapter 11: Sex and Emotions

Why is sexual reproduction in humans even necessary?

What is the series of events for the prenatal sexual development of a male?

What is the series of events for the prenatal sexual development of a female?

Why is a female sometimes considered the “default” gender?

What are the roles of androgens and estrogens in the normal development of males and females?

Which hormones facilitate sexual arousal in males and females?

What hormone makes sex reinforcing for both males and females?

What is the relationship between testosterone levels and sexual drive in men?

How does oxytocin contribute to love/parenting/bonding?