sex and gender Flashcards
1
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define sex
A
sex refers to an individual biological status as either male or female
XY = male
XX = female
2
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define gender
A
the psychological (behavioural) distinction between masculine and feminine personality traits, this may not match a persons biological sex
3
Q
what is gender determined by?
A
determined by the cultural differences expected by society of men and women according to their sex
4
Q
what are the male stereotypes?
A
independent, aggressive, dominant, and problem-solvers, should be the main provider in the family, control their feelings
5
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what are the female stereotypes?
A
dependant, submissive, domestic, nurturing carers, emotional
6
Q
define sex role stereotype
A
- set of expectations of appropriate male and female behaviours shared by a culture
