Gender Flashcards
1
Q
Androgyny - is it positively linked?
A
integrating both fem and mas characteristics into a person’s life (less black and white)
- it is linked with POSITIVE adjustment
2
Q
How do parents influence gender development? (2)
A
- Have diff perspectives + expectations of their children (gender bias?)
- Encourage gender-TYPED behaviour while discouraging gender-nonconforming behaviour
3
Q
How do peers influence gender development? (2)
A
- Reinforce gender expectations
- Criticize cross-gender activities