Regarding Gender Differences in Expressing Emotions in Western Cultures, Which

question 231

Multiple Choice

Regarding gender differences in expressing emotions in Western cultures, which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A)Boys and adult men are more likely to express only anger and hostility.
• B)Female babies start out life more emotionally expressive than male babies.
• C)In Western cultures, little boys learn to "toughen up" and curtail expression of most of their emotions.
• D)In Western cultures, girls are encouraged to express sadness, fear, shame, and guilt.

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