Explain the Gender-Intensification Hypothesis

question 114

Essay

Explain the gender-intensification hypothesis.

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Definitions:

Generativity

A concept in developmental psychology referring to the concern for establishing and guiding the next generation.

Autonomy

The capacity to make an informed, uncoerced decision; in psychology, it refers to the sense of self-directedness and independence.

Basic Trust

A concept introduced by Erik Erikson referring to an essential trustfulness of others as well as a fundamental sense of one's own trustworthiness, developed in infancy.

Initiative

Initiative pertains to the willingness to take the first step or action in a course of actions, often indicative of leadership or creativity.