
Gender
Psychological Perspectives
Linda Brannon(Author)
Routledge (Publisher)
8th Edition
Published on 30. July 2024
Book
Paperback/Softback
530 pages
978-1-032-40740-1 (ISBN)
Description
This fully updated and revised eighth edition examines the behavioral, biological, and social context in which people express gendered behaviors, utilizing the latest research to help students think critically about research findings and stereotypes and provoking them to examine and revise their own preconceptions.
The text's unique pedagogical program helps students understand the portrayal of gender in the media and the application of gender research in the real world. Headlines from the news open each chapter; Gendered Voices present true personal accounts of people's lives; According to the Media boxes highlight gender-related coverage in newspapers, magazines, books, TV, and movies; while According to the Research boxes offer the latest scientifically based research to help students analyze the accuracy and fairness of gender images presented in the media. Additionally, Considering Diversity sections emphasize the cross-cultural perspective of gender.
Key features of the new edition include:
Expanded discussion of transgender and non-binary identities
12 new headline articles including topics ranging from the myth of biological sex to the wars over sex education and the factors involved in the gender pay gap
Comprehensive digital resources with content for instructors and students
Intended for undergraduate or graduate courses on the psychology of gender, psychology of sex, gender issues, women in society, and women's or men's studies, this book is also applicable to sociology and anthropology courses on diversity.
The text's unique pedagogical program helps students understand the portrayal of gender in the media and the application of gender research in the real world. Headlines from the news open each chapter; Gendered Voices present true personal accounts of people's lives; According to the Media boxes highlight gender-related coverage in newspapers, magazines, books, TV, and movies; while According to the Research boxes offer the latest scientifically based research to help students analyze the accuracy and fairness of gender images presented in the media. Additionally, Considering Diversity sections emphasize the cross-cultural perspective of gender.
Key features of the new edition include:
Expanded discussion of transgender and non-binary identities
12 new headline articles including topics ranging from the myth of biological sex to the wars over sex education and the factors involved in the gender pay gap
Comprehensive digital resources with content for instructors and students
Intended for undergraduate or graduate courses on the psychology of gender, psychology of sex, gender issues, women in society, and women's or men's studies, this book is also applicable to sociology and anthropology courses on diversity.
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Edition
8th edition
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Target group
College/higher education
Undergraduate
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Illustrations
45 s/w Photographien bzw. Rasterbilder, 44 s/w Zeichnungen, 81 s/w Tabellen, 89 s/w Abbildungen
81 Tables, black and white; 44 Line drawings, black and white; 45 Halftones, black and white; 89 Illustrations, black and white
Dimensions
Height: 254 mm
Width: 178 mm
Thickness: 28 mm
Weight
939 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-032-40740-1 (9781032407401)
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Person
Linda Brannon had a long career as a professor of psychology at McNeese State University in Louisiana. Dr. Brannon taught a variety of courses, conducted research, and authored textbooks, including Psychology of Gender, Introduction to Psychology, and Health Psychology. She retired in 2022 and was named Professor Emerita in 2023. She continues to devote time to her textbooks.
Content
1. The Study of Gender 2. Researching Sex and Gender 3. Gender Stereotypes: Masculinity and Femininity 4. Hormones and Chromosomes 5. Theories of Gender Development 6. Developing Gender Identity 7. Intelligence and Cognitive Abilities 8. Emotion 9. Relationships 10. Sexuality 11. School 12. Careers and Work 13. Health and Fitness 14. Stress, Coping, and Psychopathology 15. Treatment for Mental Disorders 16. How Different?