Gender roles are shaped by cultural norms and expectations from "summary" of The Psychology of Sex Differences by Eleanor E. Maccoby,Carol Nagy Jacklin
Gender roles are not fixed or inherent but rather, they are shaped by cultural norms and expectations. These roles are not predetermined by biology, but rather by the society in which individuals are raised. From a young age, children are socialized into specific gender roles based on the expectations of their community. Boys are taught to be strong, independent, and assertive, while girls are encouraged to be nurturing, empathetic, and compliant. These cultural norms and expectations are reinforced through various social institutions, such as family, school, media, and religion. Parents often unconsciously reinforce these gender roles by providing different toys, clothing, and activities based on the perceived gender of their child. Schools may also unintentionally perpetuate these ro...
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