Sex differences in humans

Sex differences in humans have been studied in a variety of fields. In humans, biological sex is determined by five factors present at birth: the presence or absence of a Y chromosome, the type of gonads, the sex hormones, the internal reproductive anatomy (such as the uterus), and the external genitalia. Genetic sex is determined solely by the presence or absence of a Y chromosome.

Pronunciation

/sɛks dɪˈfɛrənsɪz ɪn ˈhjuːmənz/

Etymology

The term "sex differences" is derived from the Latin word "sexus", meaning "sex" and the Latin word "differentia", meaning "difference". The term "humans" is derived from the Latin word "humanus", meaning "human".

Related terms

Sex differences in biology

Biological sex differences are those which are typically associated with physical attributes such as sexual dimorphism, such as differences in reproductive organs. Other biological differences include the number of X and Y chromosomes, and the presence of certain hormones such as testosterone and estrogen.

Sex differences in psychology

Sex differences in psychology are those that are typically associated with the mental and behavioral characteristics of men and women. These differences may be influenced by a variety of factors, including biology, environment, and culture. Some of the most commonly studied areas include cognition, personality, and emotion.

Sex differences in medicine

Sex differences in medicine include differences in the prevalence and severity of certain diseases, as well as differences in responses to treatment. For example, men are more likely to suffer from heart disease, while women are more likely to suffer from autoimmune diseases.

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Sex differences in humans