Sex - Basic Aspects of Human Sexuality

The Role of Hormones: Testosterone

Too much testosterone?
Increased or even compulsive sexual activity is very often caused not by an increase in testosterone production, but rather by the acting out of certain sexual scripts in certain situations. Examples: Unexpected opportunity, sudden freedom "to play the field" after a divorce or during vacations, personal frustration, a wish to assert oneself or the need to repair a damaged self-image, financial pressure in prostitution etc. On the other hand, it is true that a drastic lowering of the testosterone level (e.g. as a result of taking certain medications) usually reduces sexual activity regardless of social circumstances.