SOCL 2001 Chapter : Sex
Document Summary
Ideal of masculinity so dominant that it is regarded as the norm. Biological differences (like chromosomes, genitalia, physical features) gender. Social construct consisting of a set of norms built around sex. Related more to social status than biology hegemonic masculinity-maintains power through changing hegemony-dominant group without violence or force feminism-intellectual, consciousness-raising movement . Baby boomers are the largest and wealthiest generation. Gender is an organizing principle of life differences. Nearly universal system involving the subordination of feminist to masculinity the woman question. Many theories and approaches can be applied to the study of gender and power psychoanalytic theories. Focus on individualistic explanations as opposed to societal one assumption- natural difference between sexes dictate behavior functionalism: Gender differences exist to fulfill necessary functions in society. Women and men should have equal opportunities and respect. Structures social relations unequally, so power is intertwined with gender. Patriarchal capitalists benefit through systems that subordinate women.
