Dr Segal, a Developmental Psychologist, Contends That Gender Roles Develop

question 658

Multiple Choice

Dr. Segal, a developmental psychologist, contends that gender roles develop because young children observe others modeling particular gender-appropriate behaviors. She also thinks that the children are rewarded when they behave accordingly and punished when they don't. Dr. Segal's views are most consistent with the _____ of gender-role development.

• A) cognitive development theory
• B) evolutionary theory
• C) gender-schema theory
• D) social learning theory

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Definitions:

Negative Emotions

Feelings that are generally considered to be displeasing or unfavorable, such as sadness, anger, fear, and guilt, which can impact mental and physical well-being.

Bad News

Information that is unwelcome, unpleasant, or disappointing.

Duration

The length of time that something continues or exists.

Overestimate

To assess something as more, larger, or more important than it actually is.