Competition is good for testosterone
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Yes—competition can raise testosterone, and the increase may help reinforce competitive behavior; winning can add a further boost.
- Both sexes: Competitive situations can raise testosterone in males and females.
- Not dependent on winning: In the short term, competition raises testosterone whether someone wins or loses. Winning may produce an additional, later increase through dopamine and related hormone-release pathways.
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