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Mean (SEM) neutral-day baseline hormone/enzyme values for men and women.
| Women (N = 24) | Men (N = 15) | |
|---|---|---|
| Cortisol (μg/dl) | .156 (.015) | .135 (.017) |
| Alpha-amylase (U/ml) | 104.4 (11.5) | 106.2 (18.3) |
| Testosterone (pg/ml) | 44.4 (3.2) | 118.9* (9.3) |
*Significantly higher than the mean for women (t (37) = 8.9, p < .001, Cohen's d = 2.69).
