Our Dominant Ideas About What It Means to Be a Man

question 2

Multiple Choice

Our dominant ideas about what it means to be a man and the influence of these ideas over the behaviors of men is known as which of the following?

• A) doing gender
• B) androcentrism
• C) hegemonic masculinity
• D) patriarchal legitimation

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Definitions:

Self-concept

An individual's perception of their own strengths, weaknesses, and unique qualities, influencing their feelings and actions.

Self-recognition

The ability of an individual to recognize themselves as an independent entity, often tested through mirror recognition tasks.

Self-awareness

An understanding of one's personal traits, sentiments, driving factors, and aspirations.

Self-recognition

The cognitive ability to recognize oneself in a mirror or photograph, often considered a milestone in self-awareness and identity development.