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According to sociobiologists like Desmond Morris, what is the primary driver behind the shaping of culture?
According to sociobiologists like Desmond Morris, what is the primary driver behind the shaping of culture?
- Biological factors, particularly heredity and genetics (correct)
- Economic systems and resource distribution
- Political ideologies and governance structures
- Socialization processes within communities
Lionel Tiger and Robin Fox argued that attempts to alter biologically determined gender roles are effective, according to the nature perspective.
Lionel Tiger and Robin Fox argued that attempts to alter biologically determined gender roles are effective, according to the nature perspective.
False (B)
According to Simon Baron-Cohen, what is the primary difference in brain wiring between females and males?
According to Simon Baron-Cohen, what is the primary difference in brain wiring between females and males?
Females are wired for empathy, while males are wired for understanding and building systems.
According to sociologists, biology mainly influences reflexes or physical needs, while __________ dictates how and what we eat.
According to sociologists, biology mainly influences reflexes or physical needs, while __________ dictates how and what we eat.
Which of the following concepts critiques neuroscience-based gender arguments as patriarchal ideology?
Which of the following concepts critiques neuroscience-based gender arguments as patriarchal ideology?
Cordelia Fine supports the claim that 'hard-wired' gender differences have strong scientific credibility.
Cordelia Fine supports the claim that 'hard-wired' gender differences have strong scientific credibility.
According to the nurture perspective, what primarily shapes gender norms and behaviors?
According to the nurture perspective, what primarily shapes gender norms and behaviors?
How do social beliefs impact individuals according to the provided content?
How do social beliefs impact individuals according to the provided content?
Match the perspectives with their core beliefs:
Match the perspectives with their core beliefs:
The impact of __________ includes influencing self-perception, abilities, and experiences of discrimination.
The impact of __________ includes influencing self-perception, abilities, and experiences of discrimination.
Flashcards
Nature Perspective on Culture
Nature Perspective on Culture
The perspective that culture is a product of biology, mainly heredity and genetics, ensuring group survival.
Nurture Perspective on Culture
Nurture Perspective on Culture
The perspective that behavior is shaped by socialization and culture, not primarily by biology.
Baron-Cohen on Female Brains
Baron-Cohen on Female Brains
The belief that female brains are genetically wired for empathy.
Baron-Cohen on Male Brains
Baron-Cohen on Male Brains
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Social Constructs
Social Constructs
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Cordelia Fine's Argument
Cordelia Fine's Argument
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Nature View on Gender Roles
Nature View on Gender Roles
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Nurture View on Gender Roles
Nurture View on Gender Roles
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Impact of Culture
Impact of Culture
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Study Notes
- The nature versus nurture debate explores whether culture and gender are determined by biology or socialization.
Nature Perspective
- Sociobiologists argue that culture is a product of biology, particularly heredity and genetics.
- Desmond Morris (1968) posited that culture is shaped by biology to ensure the survival of the social group.
- Lionel Tiger & Robin Fox (1971) claimed gender roles are biologically determined, rendering change attempts ineffective.
- Simon Baron-Cohen (2012) proposed that female brains are genetically wired for empathy.
- Baron-Cohen (2012) also proposed that male brains are genetically wired for understanding and building systems.
Nurture Perspective
- Sociologists contend that behavior is shaped by socialization and culture, not biology.
- Biology mainly affects reflexes or physical needs, while culture dictates how these needs are met.
- Social behaviors and norms are social constructs rather than biological facts.
- Cordelia Fine (2011) critiques neuroscience-based gender arguments as patriarchal ideology justifying gender inequality.
- Fine believes the claim of "hard-wired" gender differences lacks scientific credibility.
- Culture profoundly shapes gender perceptions, interests, and opportunities.
Key Arguments
- The nature argument, supported by sociobiologists and neuroscientists, suggests gender roles and behaviors are biologically ingrained.
- The nurture argument, backed by sociologists and feminist scholars, asserts that socialization and culture shape gender norms and behaviors.
- Social beliefs influence self-perception, abilities, and experiences of discrimination.
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