When we hear the word “gender,” we often think only of “male” or “female.” However, gender is much more than that: it is a set of ideas, expectations, and social norms that tell boys and girls, men and women, how they “should” act, feel, or look (Moss-Racusin, 2021). These sets of predefined beliefs are called gender stereotypes, and they can affect us in almost every area of our lives, from school to personal ...
When we hear the word “gender,” we often think only of “male” or “female.” However, gender is much more than that: it is a set of ideas, expectations, and social norms that tell boys and girls, men and women, how they “should” act, feel, or look (Moss-Racusin, 2021). These sets of predefined beliefs are called gender stereotypes, and they can affect us in almost every area of our lives, from school to personal ...
Gender stereotypes have deep roots in the history of human societies and represent widely shared beliefs about the characteristics, behaviors and roles socially considered appropriate for men and women. These social constructions profoundly influence the way individuals perceive themselves and others, contributing to structural inequalities in various domains, such as work, education and family life (Eagly & Wo...
Gender stereotypes have deep roots in the history of human societies and represent widely shared beliefs about the characteristics, behaviors and roles socially considered appropriate for men and women. These social constructions profoundly influence the way individuals perceive themselves and others, contributing to structural inequalities in various domains, such as work, education and family life (Eagly & Wo...