PSY210H5 Lecture Notes - Lateralization Of Brain Function, Cognitive Flexibility, Gender Role
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50% from class till term test 2, and 50% on material since test: focus on everything, half of material from last bit of material. It is a process of acquiring behaviour suited for culture. Gender-based beliefs- child"s ideas and expectations about what is appropriate behaviour for males and females. Gender stereotypes- every culutre has stereotypes about how men and women are ought to be. in our culture, we stereotype men to be strong, and tough, and top earners. Gender roles- typical role in the culture. in our culture, females give up career to take care of baby when giving birth. Gender identity- perception of self as either masculine or feminine: just because you are female, does not mean you identify yourself as feminine. Gender-role preferences- someone"s desire to possess gender-specific characteristics: e. g. I am a woman, and i thus aspire to have close interpersonal relationships.
