Which of the Following Statements About Sex-Role Identity and Self-Esteem

question 64

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about sex-role identity and self-esteem is NOT correct?

• A) An androgynous self-role identity is associated with higher self-esteem among girls and boys in Canada and other Western societies.
• B) A teenage girl can achieve high self-esteem and success in social interactions by adopting a traditional feminine sex role.
• C) A teenage boy can achieve high self-esteem and success with his peers by adopting a traditional masculine sex role.
• D) Although masculine qualities may be highly valued, girls in other cultures may be strongly discouraged from adopting these more highly valued sex-role characteristics.

Understand the relationship between efforts expended toward a goal and subsequent changes in attitude or perception.

Realize the impact of social interactions and interventions on reducing negative attitudes or stereotypes.

Understand the changing attitudes toward gender roles and discrimination.

Analyze the influence of social and physical differences on gender identity and relations.

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Definitions:

Interactional Synchrony

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Basal Ganglia

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Cerebellum

A part of the brain located at the back of the skull, essential for coordinating voluntary movements, balance, and posture.