Knowra Gender stereotypes Gender stereotypes Gender stereotypes are widely shared beliefs that associate traits, roles, or abilities with women and men. They can shape expectations and judgments even when they do not describe individuals.
Social learning theory : A theory that explains how people learn behaviors and expectations by observing others and their consequences. Children can acquire gendered expectations by observing family members, peers, and media.
Gender pay gap : The difference in average earnings between women and men, shaped by multiple social and economic factors. Stereotypes can influence hiring, pay decisions, occupational choices, and promotion.
Gender socialization : The process through which people learn social expectations associated with gender. It is a primary route by which shared beliefs about gender are passed on.
Gender essentialism : The belief that women and men have fixed, inherent characteristics rooted in their sex or gender. It is a stronger claim than a stereotype, treating presumed gender differences as natural and fixed.
Stereotype threat : A situational concern about confirming a negative stereotype that can impair performance. Awareness of a stereotype can affect performance in situations where it is relevant.
Occupational segregation : The concentration of demographic groups in different occupations or job roles. Beliefs about gender suitability can channel people toward different kinds of work.
Gender roles : Social expectations about behaviors and responsibilities associated with gender. Role expectations provide recurring material from which stereotypes are formed and reinforced.
Sexism : Prejudice, discrimination, or systems of disadvantage based on sex or gender. Stereotypes are beliefs that can support the broader attitudes and practices called sexism.
Implicit bias : Automatic associations or evaluations that can influence judgment without deliberate intent. Gender stereotypes can operate through quick associations outside conscious awareness.
Gender discrimination : Unequal treatment based on a person's gender or perceived gender. Stereotyped assumptions can become grounds for unequal decisions and treatment.
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