CFT 412 Chapter Notes - Chapter 5: Social Learning Theory, Decision-Making, Machismo
16 Apr 2018
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Chapter 7: gender roles and power in the family. Contemporary models of intimacy stress gender equality in marriage and other types of partnerships. Egalitarianism is the trend among couples making a serious commitment to each other. Bonds of intimacy can be damaged if one spouse is subordinate to the other, has more power or receives less respect/dignity. Strength results when there is equality and balance of power in family relationships. Gender identity: a sense of being male or female. Gender roles: expectations about people"s attitudes and behaviors in life based on whether they are male or female. Gender-role stereotypes: labeling how children should act, influences personality traits, preferences, behaviors. Masculinity: gender-linked constellation of traits traditionally associated with men. Aggressiveness, independence, dominance, competence, predisposition for math and science. Passivity, dependency, sensitivity, emotionality, and predisposition for arts and literature. Environment has an impact on gender behavior, especially behavior relating to language. Interaction in school and communities also affect.
