Discuss the Various Approaches to Gender Within Feminist Theory

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Essay

Discuss the various approaches to gender within feminist theory.

Distinguish between reflexes, instincts, and learned behaviors.

Understand the ethical considerations and criticisms in the study of behavior.

Understand the basic principles of operant conditioning and its application.

Differentiate between various types of learning, including classical conditioning, operant conditioning, observational learning, and imitation.

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Definitions:

Heterosexism

The belief in the natural superiority of heterosexuality as a way of life and therefore its logical right to dominance. Comprised of a system of ideas and institutionalized beliefs, it leads to the oppression of any non-heterosexual form of behaviour, identity, relationship, or community.

Same-sex Marriage

The legally or socially recognized marriage between two individuals of the same biological sex or gender identity.

Gender-neutral

Pertains to language or practices that avoid distinguishing roles or attributes according to people's sex or gender, promoting equality.

Ethnocentrism

Refers to a tendency to regard one’s own culture and group as the standard, and thus superior, whereas all other groups are seen as inferior.