Which Theory of Gender Development Focuses on Personal Conceptions About

question 94

Multiple Choice

Which theory of gender development focuses on personal conceptions about gender, activity patterns linked with gender, and environmental influences that promote or discourage gender-related behavior:

• A)social structural theory of gender roles
• B)cognitive developmental theory of gender typing
• C)social cognitive theory of gender development
• D)information-processing gender-schema theory

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Definitions:

Private Self

The actual person an individual may be.

Alternative Self

An envisioned version of oneself that represents different choices, paths, or outcomes in life, often used in self-reflection or goal setting.

Self-evaluation

The process of reflecting on and assessing one's own abilities, performance, and characteristics.

Cultural Difference

Variations in the customs, values, practices, and social norms among different cultures.