Family tends to stand as the primary agent of socialization, as it is the family that has the first opportunity to influence a child in the socialization process before other agents, such as media and ...

We often hear: “boys will be boys,” “obey your husband,” etc. Many still find gender role expectations as useful. They argue that traditional gender roles assist in the division of labor; create a ...

Gender expectations have a profound impact on the development and lives of boys and young men. From an early age, they are often subjected to traditional notions of masculinity, which are reinforced ...

From the moment they’re born (and even before), children have gender expectations forced upon them from every direction. While a sense of gender identity is a healthy part of development, feeling ...

The origins of societal gender roles began from the beginnings of humankind, where there were both women and men. The roles of gender has been shaped by society, leading to stereotypical gender norms ...

Gaby Cervantes’ home allowed very little room for mistakes — she could never leave a dish in the sink, let crumbs accumulate on the countertops or neglect sweeping the living room. Cervantes, one of ...

Editor’s Note: Lisa Selin Davis is the author of “Tomboy: The Surprising History and Future of Girls Who Dare to Be Different.” She has written for The New York Times, CNN, The Wall Street Journal, ...

Gender socialization is a fundamental development aspect, shaping how people perceive themselves and interact with the world. Gender socialization is the process of a person learning and internalizing ...

ATHENS, Ga. — A new study from the University of Georgia focused on how gender norms can significantly hinder female bosses in the workplace, impacting their ability to lead effectively. According to ...