20 Questions
What happens when you break a societal gender norm?
People will respond negatively
Why is it considered worse for a man to act feminine than for a woman to act masculine?
Because society values masculinity over femininity
Why do working mothers receive different treatment than fathers who choose to stay at home?
Because traditionally feminine roles are seen as less important
Why do men tend to occupy high-stress positions?
Because society expects them to take more risks
Why are men less likely to seek help for psychological disorders?
Because society sees it as weak for men to admit to having a psychological problem
What is one restriction on the rights of homosexuals?
They are not allowed to get married
What is the debate surrounding homosexuality?
Whether it is a choice or a genetic trait
Why is it important to understand the sources of discrimination?
So we can help make everyone feel more welcome
What is one difference between men and women in terms of certain disorders?
Men are more likely to have heart problems, while women are more likely to have psychological disorders
What is one way in which gender, sex, and sexual orientation are independent?
There are many combinations of the three
What is the main reason why women tend to live longer than men?
Biological factors
Why do women tend to report more psychological disorders than men?
Men are less likely to admit to having psychological problems
What is the main difference between the value of traditionally feminine and masculine roles in society?
Masculine roles are seen as more valuable
Why do men tend to earn more than women for the same job?
Societal expectations favor men
What is one way to help reduce discrimination in society?
By understanding the sources of discrimination
What is a possible reason for men being less likely to seek help for psychological disorders?
Societal expectations that men should not show weakness
Why might women tend to report more psychological disorders than men?
Women are more likely to seek help for mental health issues
What is a difference between the value of traditionally feminine and masculine roles in society?
Traditionally masculine roles are seen as more valuable
What is a consequence of the societal expectation that men should not show weakness?
Men are less likely to seek help for mental health issues
What is a possible reason for women living longer than men on average?
Men are expected to take more risks and be more daring
Study Notes
Sex, Gender, and Sexual Orientation
- Sex, gender, and sexual orientation are connected but distinct concepts
- The media often portrays gender and sexual orientation as a simple binary, but there is more complexity to this picture
Sex
- A person's sex is their biological, chromosomal makeup (male or female)
- However, even sex is not just a binary; intersex people are born with one or three or more sex chromosomes, or with both male and female sex characteristics
Gender
- Gender is a social construction, separate from biological sex
- There are two main factors to gender: gender identity and gender expression
- Gender identity is the gender a person identifies as, while gender expression is the gender they present to the world
- Gender is not a binary; some people identify as genderqueer, meaning they don't identify as male or female
- Gender expression can vary, and people may present as a different gender than they identify as
Sexual Orientation
- Sexual orientation is not dependent on a person's sex or gender
- Whom a person is sexually attracted to can vary, and may not align with their gender identity or expression
- There can be a difference between whom a person is attracted to and whom they have sex with
- Sexual orientation is not a choice, and discrimination based on sexual orientation is socially dysfunctional
Gender Roles and Expectations
- Society gives people messages about how they should behave and think based on their gender
- Gender roles are the expectations of proper behaviors, attitudes, and activities of males and females
- These roles are often limiting and can perpetuate discrimination
- Boys are taught to be aggressive, tough, and dominant, while girls are taught to be soft, emotional, and submissive
- Women are often undervalued and underpaid in society, and face discrimination in the workplace
Discrimination and Segregation
- Discrimination based on gender and sexual orientation is prevalent in society
- Discrimination can take many forms, including restrictions on rights, social isolation, and violence
- Understanding the sources of discrimination is key to creating a more welcoming and inclusive society
Sex, Gender, and Sexual Orientation
- Sex, gender, and sexual orientation are connected but distinct concepts
- The media often portrays gender and sexual orientation as a simple binary, but there is more complexity to this picture
Sex
- A person's sex is their biological, chromosomal makeup (male or female)
- However, even sex is not just a binary; intersex people are born with one or three or more sex chromosomes, or with both male and female sex characteristics
Gender
- Gender is a social construction, separate from biological sex
- There are two main factors to gender: gender identity and gender expression
- Gender identity is the gender a person identifies as, while gender expression is the gender they present to the world
- Gender is not a binary; some people identify as genderqueer, meaning they don't identify as male or female
- Gender expression can vary, and people may present as a different gender than they identify as
Sexual Orientation
- Sexual orientation is not dependent on a person's sex or gender
- Whom a person is sexually attracted to can vary, and may not align with their gender identity or expression
- There can be a difference between whom a person is attracted to and whom they have sex with
- Sexual orientation is not a choice, and discrimination based on sexual orientation is socially dysfunctional
Gender Roles and Expectations
- Society gives people messages about how they should behave and think based on their gender
- Gender roles are the expectations of proper behaviors, attitudes, and activities of males and females
- These roles are often limiting and can perpetuate discrimination
- Boys are taught to be aggressive, tough, and dominant, while girls are taught to be soft, emotional, and submissive
- Women are often undervalued and underpaid in society, and face discrimination in the workplace
Discrimination and Segregation
- Discrimination based on gender and sexual orientation is prevalent in society
- Discrimination can take many forms, including restrictions on rights, social isolation, and violence
- Understanding the sources of discrimination is key to creating a more welcoming and inclusive society
Sex, Gender, and Sexual Orientation
- Sex, gender, and sexual orientation are connected but distinct concepts
- The media often portrays gender and sexual orientation as a simple binary, but there is more complexity to this picture
Sex
- A person's sex is their biological, chromosomal makeup (male or female)
- However, even sex is not just a binary; intersex people are born with one or three or more sex chromosomes, or with both male and female sex characteristics
Gender
- Gender is a social construction, separate from biological sex
- There are two main factors to gender: gender identity and gender expression
- Gender identity is the gender a person identifies as, while gender expression is the gender they present to the world
- Gender is not a binary; some people identify as genderqueer, meaning they don't identify as male or female
- Gender expression can vary, and people may present as a different gender than they identify as
Sexual Orientation
- Sexual orientation is not dependent on a person's sex or gender
- Whom a person is sexually attracted to can vary, and may not align with their gender identity or expression
- There can be a difference between whom a person is attracted to and whom they have sex with
- Sexual orientation is not a choice, and discrimination based on sexual orientation is socially dysfunctional
Gender Roles and Expectations
- Society gives people messages about how they should behave and think based on their gender
- Gender roles are the expectations of proper behaviors, attitudes, and activities of males and females
- These roles are often limiting and can perpetuate discrimination
- Boys are taught to be aggressive, tough, and dominant, while girls are taught to be soft, emotional, and submissive
- Women are often undervalued and underpaid in society, and face discrimination in the workplace
Discrimination and Segregation
- Discrimination based on gender and sexual orientation is prevalent in society
- Discrimination can take many forms, including restrictions on rights, social isolation, and violence
- Understanding the sources of discrimination is key to creating a more welcoming and inclusive society
This quiz explores the complex connections between sex, gender, and sexual orientation, debunking common binary myths and delving into the multiple factors that shape a person's identity.
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