gender differences L12

• What physiological differences are noted in the study by Peterson et al. (2006)?

  Men and women respond differently to stress
• How do men typically respond to stress according to the study?

  With increased adrenaline and aggression
• What is the typical response of women to stress as per the findings?

  They prefer emotional focus and support
• What hormone levels increase in men when confronted with stressors?

  Testosterone levels increase
• What effect does testosterone have on oxytocin?

  Testosterone dampens oxytocin levels
• What coping styles did women use according to the study's findings?

  Confrontive coping and emotional focus
• What coping style did men predominantly engage in?

  Problem-solving coping style
• What is the 'tend and befriend' response proposed by Taylor et al. (2000)?

  It is a social support response for women
• How do the coping strategies of men and women differ according to the study?

  Women use emotional support, men use problem-solving
• What did Hamilton and Fayot (1988) find regarding gender differences in coping styles?

  They found no significant differences
• What types of stressors do men typically identify as most stressful?

  Relationship, finance, and work-related events
• What types of stressors do women typically identify as most stressful?

  Family and health-related issues
• What are the key coping strategies identified in the study?

  • Men: Problem-focused coping
  • Women: Emotion-focused coping
  • Women: Confrontive coping
  • Women: Seeking social support
• What are the implications of the findings on gender differences in coping styles?

  • Highlights the need for tailored stress management
  • Suggests different approaches for men and women
  • Indicates potential for misunderstanding coping responses