High T & Deadbeat Dads: The Shocking Link

The gist

1. Testosterone drops naturally when men do active caregiving, reducing aggression and improving their ability to bond with a partner and child.
2. Saxbe says men on testosterone supplements who become fathers risk overriding this shift, which can cause impatience with infants and relationship strain.
3. Lower testosterone in fathers links to measurable benefits like less risky driving, fewer fights, lower substance use, and better health checkups.
4. Williamson and Saxbe argue true masculinity is contextual adaptability, letting your environment and goals shape your hormone profile rather than forcing it artificially.