unit 13 - lecture notes

Question 1

While a simple process, gender socialization can best be described how?

Answer 1

One of the most powerful forms of socialization

Question 2

What are 4 examples when looking at the agents of gender socialization? Are they intentional or unintentional?

Answer 2

1. Family- most primary; intentionally
2. School- intentional
3. Media- unintentional; men are often portrayed as violent, cold, dominant etc
4. Religion- unintentional; men are portrayed as prophets

Question 3

Describe four dominant themes in female socialization.

Answer 3

1. Sociability - Women are assumed to be verbal, sensitive, kind, social etc
2. Popularity - The presence of needing to be on top of relevant trends
3. Physical Appearance - Our culture values women most for their appearance
4. Becoming a wife/mother - It is assumed that every girl wants to be a mom and a wife; boys do not receive the same expectation

Question 4

What are four dominant themes in male socialization?

Answer 4

1. Independence - The expectation for boys to be autonomous and motivated early on
2. Selective emotional suppression - Men have to be fearless and aggressive but cannot be vulnerable or sensitive etc
3. Aspiring and achieving
4. Becoming an earner/provider - Men are expected to know how they will have security in their future

Question 5

When understanding the effects of gender socialization, how can it be understood easily?

Answer 5

Daughters are raised to care for others, sons are raised to strive for success.

or

Men act, women appear.