The Process by Which Norms and Ideals Surrounding Women's Sexuality

question 47

Multiple Choice

The process by which norms and ideals surrounding women's sexuality are becoming increasingly similar to norms and ideals of men's sexuality is known as ______.

• A) gender consistency
• B) sexual replication
• C) sexual convergence
• D) gender parity

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Definitions:

Identity

The qualities, beliefs, personality, looks, and/or expressions that make a person (self-identity) or group (particular social category or social group).

Exploration And Commitment

Concepts in identity development where exploration involves searching for one's values and options, and commitment involves making decisions about one's identity and sticking to them.

Identity Foreclosure

A stage of self-identity development in which an individual has committed to an identity without exploring options.

Identity Moratorium

A stage in the development of self-identity, characterized by exploration without having made a commitment to these identities.