social

• What is the social approach in psychology focused on?

  Influence of culture on gender
• Which genders are considered binary?

  Male and female
• What is the term used for individuals who do not fit into the male/female binary?

  Third gender
• How many million people in India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh live as transgender?

  6 million
• At what age can most children state whether they are a boy or girl?

  3 years
• What begins at the age of 3 in relation to gender?

  Gender segregation
• What is the effect of gender segregation on children's social interactions?

  Less time spent with other gender peers
• What do peers provide regarding gender-related behaviors?

  Sources of information about norms
• What is gender identity in adolescence influenced by?

  Social context
• What does gender typicality refer to?

  Extent to which a person feels like their gender
• How do adolescents reflect on their gender identity?

  By judging personal qualities against gender norms
• What is conformity in the context of gender roles?

  Pressure to conform to gender norms
• What is a major cause of stress for those who do not conform to gender roles?

  Felt pressure to conform
• What are the negative outcomes for individuals who are gender non-conforming?

  Major stress and social unacceptability
• What are the key concepts related to gender identity in childhood and adolescence?

  • Gender identity begins in childhood
  • Gender segregation starts at age 3
  • Peers influence gender-related behaviors
  • Gender typicality reflects personal qualities
  • Conformity pressures adolescents to follow norms
  • Non-conformity can lead to stress and negative outcomes