Briefly Identify Two Examples from the Text of How Adults

question 44

Essay

Briefly identify two examples from the text of how adults treat infants differently depending on cultural expectations for the child's gender.

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Definitions:

Defense Mechanism

Psychological strategies used unconsciously by individuals to protect themselves from anxiety and to cope with reality.

Reaction Formation

A defense mechanism where an individual behaves in a manner opposite to their true feelings or desires.

Affiliative Humor

A style of humor used to enhance social relationships by focusing on light-hearted, inclusive jokes and anecdotes.

Self-defeating Humor

A style of humor in which individuals make themselves the target of jokes, potentially lowering their own self-esteem.