Compare and Contrast the Three Major Social Theories of Gender

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Essay

Compare and contrast the three major social theories of gender. Which theory would best explain the influence of social media on gender? Give two reasons for your choice.

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Definitions:

Latent Learning

Learning that occurs without any obvious reinforcement at the time but that is apparent in a later situation.

Drive Reduction

A theory in psychology that explains behavior as driven by the need to reduce internal tensions caused by unmet biological needs.

Incentives Necessary

The concept that motivation or behavior is influenced by a reward or incentive.

Ongoing Behavior

Behavior that is currently in process, continuing over a period of time.