Chapter 1 Flashcards
Gender identity is
The way one identifies themselves psychologically
Gender binary and sex binary refer to
gender is made up of two completely different groups that do not overlap in any way
Intersexuality is
When the biology of an individual doesn’t fit the usual pattern of a typical individual (Male chromosomes with female genitals
Androgyny
When a person has a high level of traits consisting to whats stereotypically scene in males and females
Polysexual is
an individual who is attracted to multiple sexes and different gender identities
Pansexual is
an individuals who is attracted to all sexes and genders
intersectionality is
the way ones experiences may be affected by discrimination and/or misery
Legitimizing myth
is believed that men lacked certain qualities that women had such as gentleness, or moral purity, which makes women more suitable for parenting and care giving
Hegemonic masculinity reinforces what?
that men have complete control over women in a particular culture
How many waves of feminism was there?
3
The first wave of feminism was categorized by what
Women’s lives were restricted to being mothers and house wives
The second wave of feminism fought for what
Equal rights opportunities for both women and men and focused on issues such as sexual harassment, pay equality etc
The third wave of feminism was described as
Viewing race, sexual orientation, class,etc. that took to a more global perspective consisting of sex and race
What does NOMAS stand for and what do they believe in
National Organization for Men Against Sexism: a pro-feminist organization of both men and women who strive to enhance men;;s lives by beating racism sexism and by changing institutions who create inequality
What are the promise keepers?
An evangelical Christian movement focused on mens spiritual health and social responsibilities such as head of the family and to encourage worshipping jesus Christ
What made Gay individuals not be penalized and what started the gay rights movement?
A ground breaking study that showed there was no psychological differences between gay and heterosexual males
Critical thinking involes what?
a) Asking questions
b) Examining the evidence
c) Evaluating underlying assumptions
d) Avoiding emotional reasoning
e) Considering other ways of interpreting the matieral
When you feel as if you don’t belong to any gender
Agender
When a person identifies as neither a male or female or both
Genderqueer
A person who isn’t attracted to any sex or gender and lacks the desire of sex
Asexual
Reproductive justice
The right to making your own parenthood choices, personal bodily autonomy, and a safe community to raise your kid.
