Childhood - Gender Differences Flashcards
1
Q
Examples of how socialisation has resulted in girls having different childhood experiences to boys
A
Girls have different bedroom decorations, toys, activities, chores to do and interactions with parents than boys
2
Q
What is gendered socialisation designed to teach girls according to feminists?
A
Designed to teach girls feminine skills and attitudes needed to perform role of mother
3
Q
What does boys’ experience of childhood involve according to Chapman?
A
‘Toning down of their emotionality’
4
Q
What is gendered socialisation designed to teach boys according to Chapman?
A
Teach boys masculine skills and attitudes needed for role of father
