The Psychology of Gender

by Suzanne Valentine-French and Martha Lally

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This gender studies textbook provides a comprehensive exploration of the psychology of gender, examining biological, social, and cultural influences on gender identity, roles, and behaviors. Divided into ten modules, the book begins by defining the psychology of gender and the research methods used to study it. It then delves into biological factors such as chromosomes and hormones, followed by theories of gender identity.

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Publisher
College of Lake County
Subjects
Social Sciences, Gender Studies
Licence
CC BY 4.0, as LibreTexts states it
Who can read
Teens profiles and older, judged from its title and subjects

Contents

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  1. Front Matter
  2. TitlePage
  3. InfoPage
  4. Table of Contents
  5. Licensing
  6. 1: Modules
  7. 1.1: Module 1 What is the Psychology of Gender?
  8. 1.2: Module 2 How Do We Study Gender?
  9. 1.3: Module 3 What are the Effects of Chromosomes and Hormones on Gender?
  10. 1.4: Module 4 What are the Theories for Gender Identity?
  11. 1.5: Module 5 How Accurate are Gender Differences in Physical, Cognitive, and Emotional Abilities?
  12. 1.6: Module 6 How Does Gender Affect Sexual Behavior?
  13. 1.7: Module 7 How Does Gender Affect Adult Interpersonal Relationships?
  14. 1.8: Module 8 How Does Gender Operate in College and the Workplace?
  15. 1.9: Module 9 How Does Gender Affect Physical Health?
  16. 1.10: Module 10- How does Gender Affect Mental Health?
  17. 1.11: Module 11- How Does Gender Play a Role in Aggression and Crime?
  18. 1.12: Gender Timeline
  19. Back Matter
  20. Index
  21. Resources
  22. Glossary
  23. Detailed Licensing