The Way in Which Relationships Are Portrayed in the Media

question 57

Multiple Choice

The way in which relationships are portrayed in the media affects:

• A) relationship satisfaction.
• B) cultural values.
• C) relationship longevity.
• D) relationship behavior.

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Definitions:

Gender Identity

The private conception a person holds about their gender, regardless of whether it matches the gender they were given at birth.

Birth-designated Sex

The sex assigned to an individual at birth based on physical and biological characteristics, often referred to as biological sex.

Sexual Orientation

Refers to an enduring pattern of emotional, romantic, or sexual attractions to men, women, or both sexes, and the identities that people form based on these attractions.

Gender Schema

A cognitive framework that organizes information relevant to gender, influencing how individuals perceive themselves and others.