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It refers to the physical, behavioral, and personality traits that a group considers normal for its male and female member
It refers to the physical, behavioral, and personality traits that a group considers normal for its male and female member
Gender
There are two genders:
There are two genders:
Masculinity and Femininity
Almost all cultures consider gender as a natural phenomenon
Almost all cultures consider gender as a natural phenomenon
True
It varies in degree in various social classes within a similar ethnic group
It varies in degree in various social classes within a similar ethnic group
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Gender changes throughout history
Gender changes throughout history
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The women during _ times enjoyed equal political rights, social status, sexual freedom, and property
The women during _ times enjoyed equal political rights, social status, sexual freedom, and property
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The Spread of _ changes the situation, supporting the pure and submissive docile women to the authority of the father, husband and priest
The Spread of _ changes the situation, supporting the pure and submissive docile women to the authority of the father, husband and priest
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Such variations in gender definitions are because of specific economic, social, political, and historical conditions of each class, culture or period. Almost all gender systems in the world today share regular components
Such variations in gender definitions are because of specific economic, social, political, and historical conditions of each class, culture or period. Almost all gender systems in the world today share regular components
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It refers to an individuals membership in one of two biological distinct categories - male or female
It refers to an individuals membership in one of two biological distinct categories - male or female
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Sex is a _
Sex is a _
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In biology, sex is seen as an act ( coitus or sexual intercourse ), which is part of natural multiplication
In biology, sex is seen as an act ( coitus or sexual intercourse ), which is part of natural multiplication
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The human sex responds to a _, but it can also express common emotions and mutual relationships : love, domination, and affirmation
The human sex responds to a _, but it can also express common emotions and mutual relationships : love, domination, and affirmation
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There are people born with both male and female organs and incomplete genitalia called _.
There are people born with both male and female organs and incomplete genitalia called _.
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Gender is not binary. It is not either-or. In many cases, it's both/and, a bit of this, a dash of that.
Gender is not binary. It is not either-or. In many cases, it's both/and, a bit of this, a dash of that.
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It is a person's perception of having a particular gender which may or may not correspond with their birth sex ( Woman-ness vs Man-ness vs Genderqueer).
It is a person's perception of having a particular gender which may or may not correspond with their birth sex ( Woman-ness vs Man-ness vs Genderqueer).
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It is a person's identity who does not subscribe to conventional distinction but identifies with neither or a combination of male and female genders
It is a person's identity who does not subscribe to conventional distinction but identifies with neither or a combination of male and female genders
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It is how a person expresses their gender identity, typically through their appearance, dress and behavior ( Feminine, Masculin and Androgynous )
It is how a person expresses their gender identity, typically through their appearance, dress and behavior ( Feminine, Masculin and Androgynous )
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It is characterized as having both sexes physical characteristics ( partly male and female in appearance)
It is characterized as having both sexes physical characteristics ( partly male and female in appearance)
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It refers to measurable organs, hormones, and chromosomes.
It refers to measurable organs, hormones, and chromosomes.
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It is a person's sexual identity concerning the gender to which they are attracted, being heterosexual, homosexual or bisexual.
It is a person's sexual identity concerning the gender to which they are attracted, being heterosexual, homosexual or bisexual.
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A person is sexually attracted to people of the opposite sex
A person is sexually attracted to people of the opposite sex
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A person is sexually attracted not exclusively to people of one particular gender, attracted to both men and women
A person is sexually attracted not exclusively to people of one particular gender, attracted to both men and women
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A person is sexually attracted to people of one's sex
A person is sexually attracted to people of one's sex
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It is how people learn to behave in a certain way, as dictated by societal beliefs, values, attitudes and examples.
It is how people learn to behave in a certain way, as dictated by societal beliefs, values, attitudes and examples.
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This agent of socialization provide children with the first lesson about gender
This agent of socialization provide children with the first lesson about gender
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This agent of socialization learn about gender through their peers interactions
This agent of socialization learn about gender through their peers interactions
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It is another source of gender socialization. Similar to parents, teachers have gender expectations, model gender roles and reinforce gender-stereotypical behaviors in their classrooms
It is another source of gender socialization. Similar to parents, teachers have gender expectations, model gender roles and reinforce gender-stereotypical behaviors in their classrooms
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Facilitate perceptions of understanding gender and sex. This agent of socialization ideologies and values have been shaped by the teachings that male and female believers complement each other in their different roles and duties
Facilitate perceptions of understanding gender and sex. This agent of socialization ideologies and values have been shaped by the teachings that male and female believers complement each other in their different roles and duties
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It is widely regarded as influencing people to perceive the world around them through the images and messages it produces
It is widely regarded as influencing people to perceive the world around them through the images and messages it produces
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Male and Female ( referring to biological sex ) are entirely different and opposite. However, this distinction in sex ( natural) does not adequately capture the range of human experience or expressions of self and identity that gender ( social in nature) encompasses
Male and Female ( referring to biological sex ) are entirely different and opposite. However, this distinction in sex ( natural) does not adequately capture the range of human experience or expressions of self and identity that gender ( social in nature) encompasses
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Study Notes
Gender and Sex
- Gender encompasses physical, behavioral, and personality traits deemed normal within a cultural context for males and females.
- Two primary genders recognized across nearly all cultures, wherein gender is viewed as a natural phenomenon.
- Gender perceptions can vary significantly among different social classes of the same ethnic group.
- Historical variations show distinct periods where women experienced equal rights in politics, social status, sexual freedom, and property.
- The influence of societal changes often reinforces traditional gender roles, promoting the submissive and docile archetype for women under male authority.
Gender Definitions and Identity
- Each culture, class, or period shapes its unique understanding of gender due to economic, social, political, and historical influences.
- Most contemporary gender systems share common structural components while still exhibiting unique characteristics.
- Biological sex refers to an individual’s classification into two distinct categories: male and female, based on measurable organs, hormones, and chromosomes.
Nuances of Sex and Gender
- In biological terms, sex can also denote the act of coitus, fundamental to human reproduction.
- Human sexuality transcends mere biological functions, capturing a spectrum of emotions and interpersonal relations, including love and affirmation.
- Intersex individuals may possess both male and female biological traits, challenging the binary understanding of gender.
Gender Non-Conformity
- Gender identity is a personal perception that may differ from one’s assigned sex at birth, with identities such as woman-ness, man-ness, and genderqueer existing along a spectrum.
- Gender expression is the outward presentation of gender identity, manifested through appearance, behavior, and style (feminine, masculine, androgynous).
- Individuals may identify with blended physical characteristics associated with both sexes.
Sexual Orientation
- Sexual identity includes romantic attraction patterns: heterosexual (opposite sex), homosexual (same sex), and bisexual (both genders).
- The concept of sexual attraction reflects varied preferences, with individuals potentially drawn to one or multiple genders.
Socialization and Gender Roles
- Socialization is a key process where individuals learn gender behaviors influenced by societal norms, values, and examples, typically beginning in childhood.
- Peer interactions play a crucial role in gender learning, shaping perceptions and reinforcing societal expectations.
- Educational settings uphold gender stereotypes as teachers model gender roles and expectations within their classrooms.
- Religious ideologies also shape gender perceptions, framing male and female roles as complementary within their societal duties.
Distinction between Sex and Gender
- Biological sex depicts distinct, opposing traits of male and female, while gender encapsulates a more diverse set of experiences and identities, reflecting its social construct.
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