gender schema theory

Question 1

Martin + Halverson (theory)

Answer 1

developed gender schema theory. Child’s understanding increases with age.

Question 2

Martin

Answer 2

more likely to form same sex friendships due to in groups as we have same interests.

Question 3

Martin + Halverson (study)

Answer 3

children under 6 more likely to remember gender consistent photos than inconsistent. Supports memory distorted due to schemas as children changed the sex of the inconsistent people when recalling.

Question 4

Bradbard et al

Answer 4

told 4-9 year olds certain items were bo or girl items. Took greater interest in in group toys and could recall more of them. Supports schema theory.

Question 5

Kane + Sanchez

Answer 5

behaviour hard to change when schemas were changed. Strong views on equality in adults had differences in behaviour. Counter for schema theory.

Question 6

Hoffman

Answer 6

children can be receptive to some inconsistent ideas when mothers work. Suggests children are receptive and use of counter stereotypes has a good impact. Strength of schemas (application)