Gender

Question 1

Androgyny - is it positively linked?

Answer 1

integrating both fem and mas characteristics into a person’s life (less black and white)
- it is linked with POSITIVE adjustment

Question 2

How do parents influence gender development? (2)

Answer 2

1. Have diff perspectives + expectations of their children (gender bias?)
2. Encourage gender-TYPED behaviour while discouraging gender-nonconforming behaviour

Question 3

How do peers influence gender development? (2)

Answer 3

1. Reinforce gender expectations
2. Criticize cross-gender activities