Gender Stereotypes and Gender Roles Flashcards
1
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Gender stereotypes
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Beliefs about the types of characteristics that are ppropriate for males and females
2
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Gender roles
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How stereotypes are reflected/observed in peoples behaviours on daily basis
3
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Gender identity
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Subjective perception of self as relatively masculine or feminine
4
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Gender typing
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Associtation between objects, activites, behaviors or traits with biological sex that overlaps or confirms socio-cultural stereotypes of gender
5
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Stereotypical masculine traits
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- Active
-Dominant - Adventurous
- Act as a leader
6
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Stereotypical feminine traits
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- Cries easily
- Considerate
- Emotional
- Aware of others feelings
7
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How does gender-stereotypes develop?
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- Cultural and social influences
- Refering oneself as boy or girl - 18 months
- Associate toys with sex
- Age 3-6 dont wanna play with the other gender
- Subjects seens as primarly masculine or feminine
8
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Biological Influences on Gender Stereotypes
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Evolutionary perspective
- Male towards finding meal
- Women family oriented
- Hormones
Androgen - predicted masculine play
9
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Environmental Influences
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- Nurture aspect, paren-child interactions
- Perceptions and expectations of caregivers and society
- Social interactions
How do you talk about it with others?
Believfs and values
