Publication Date

2026

College

College of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences

Department

Psychology

Document Type

Poster

Description

This study examines how testosterone and cortisol interact to influence competitive drive and athletic performance in female collegiate athletes. Guided by the dual-hormone hypothesis, researchers predicted that testosterone would enhance competitiveness when cortisol is low. Results showed a significant interaction predicting competitive drive, but no effect on sprint performance. Additionally, menstrual cycle phase did not significantly impact hormones, motivation, or performance, suggesting that hormonal fluctuations may shape psychological aspects of competition more than physical outcomes.

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