Scientists have disproved the theory of the success of men with high testosterone levels

Scientists from the University of Bristol in the UK and the Norwegian University of Science and Technology have publishedTestosterone and socioeconomic position: Mendelian randomization in 306,248 men and women in UK Biobank the results of a study that says that a high level of testosterone does not make men more successful and does not affect their career and income level in any way. The feedback is much more likely - financial well-being can increase testosterone levels.

The study was conducted on the basis of data from the Biobank of Great Britain with a database of 306,248 people. Scientists analyzed the effect of testosterone on socioeconomic status, including income, status employment, place of work and educational qualifications, as well as health, self-esteem and propensity for risk.

The analysis showed that men with higher levels of the hormone were indeed more likely to have higher incomes, lived in more prestigious areas, had a good education and well-paid jobs. This was in line with the long-standing hypothesis that excess of this hormone allows you to achieve great success in life, sports and on the career ladder.

Scientists at Bristol and Norwegian Universities proceeded from the same hypothesis. However, a deeper analysis showed that genetic factors were not associated with all this success. The level of testosterone production, which is "hardwired" into the DNA, does not affect the achievements in life.

Oftentimes, high levels of the hormone are not a cause, but a consequence of success. Testosterone production is enhanced when a man gets a prestigious high-income job. In addition, there is a direct link between testosterone levels and health, and good physical shape, in turn, also positively affects the achievement of life goals.

In women, high testosterone levels are bad for health and are often associated with lower socioeconomic status, modest income, and living in poor areas.