SOCI 1121- Midterm Exam Guide - Comprehensive Notes for the exam ( 23 pages long!)
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Most gender chapters in textbooks present a one-sided look that glosses over the male component of gender and gender relations. 3/4 of the homeless population are single men. As women"s norms being to change, men become more confused about their role. Don"t use the product that you advertise. John wayne, silent, strong, doesn"t need friends because he"s tuff, doesn"t show emotion. Nice guys finish last or girls love bad boys . Where is there a balance to people telling men to suck it up or to embrace the metrosexual. Be emotional, go for it, but also be aggressive in the board room, but then a sensitive father at home. Metrosexual : a young, urban, heterosexual male with liberal political views, an interest in fashion, and a refined sense of taste. There is not a lot of sympathy from women because we"ve been dealing with these conflicting messages forever. Hugh jackman speaking about keeping his body the way it is.
