Gender and Sex Trait Stereotype

Gender and sex trait stereotype
A stereotype is a widely accepted judgment or bias regarding a person or group — even though
it is overly simplified. Stereotypes about gender can cause unequal and unfair treatment
because of a person’s gender. It is greatly influenced by culture and upbringing.
Sex-trait stereotypes :
They are defined as the psychological characteristics differentially ascribed to women and to
men.
for example, in both countries, India and Pakistan, traits associated with men were stronger and
more active than those associated with women. Variations between India and Pakistan were
noted and discussed in terms of differences in cultural traditions and in the social roles assumed
by women and men in the two countries. It was concluded that there is a high degree of
pancultural generality in sex-trait stereotypes among the countries studied.
Gender:
Gender is the state of being male or female in relation to the social and cultural roles that are
considered appropriate for men and women.
Gender roles:
Gender roles in society means how we’re expected to act, speak, dress, groom, and conduct
ourselves based upon our assigned sex. The term gender role refers to the activities or
behaviors typically associated with women or men,whereas gender stereotype refers to the
beliefs associated with the characteristics and personalities appropriate to men and women.
For example, girls and women are generally expected to dress in typically feminine ways and be
polite, accommodating, and nurturing. Men are generally expected to be strong, aggressive, and
bold.
Gender stereotype:
Gender stereotype is beliefs about the personal attributes of females and males.Personal
attributes basically means traits that make up your personality, which define who you are as a
person. For example these could be personal attributes to describe someone: outgoing,
extrovert, open.The stereotype of women as warm and caring but incompetent and men as
competent but not warm.
Type of Gender Stereotypes
Female stereotype:
The stereotype begin since a baby- If baby was girl their tendency are more to girlish thing like
wear pink clothes, toys like a Barbie doll.- Parents are the most contributive factor for this
stereotyping.- Some example of stereotype about woman:
a. Women are not as strong as men
b. Women are supposed to have "clean jobs" such as secretaries, teachers, and librarian
c. Women are nurses, not doctors- Woman are saying more gentle and kind heart person.
Male stereotype :
From the beginning, since they were small boys are taught to be tough, to be protective, and to
defend themselves.- Their outfits usually in blue colour which simbolic to a men- Their toys
were like trucks,car,robot, a tough game.- Mostly boys were aggressive in their playing than
girls.
Some example of stereotype:
a. Men do not do housework and they are not responsible for taking care of children
b. Men do "dirty jobs" such as construction and mechanics; they are not secretaries,
teachers, or cosmetologists
c. Men do not cook, sew, or do crafts
how gender stereotypes affect people?
Stereotypes about gender can cause unequal and unfair treatment because of a person’s
gender. This is called sexism.
Kinds of gender stereotypes:
Personality traits — For example, women are often expected to be accommodating and
emotional, while men are usually expected to be self-confident and aggressive.
Domestic behaviors — For example, some people expect that women will take care of the
children, cook, and clean the home, while men take care of finances, work on the car, and do
the home repairs.
Occupations — Some people are quick to assume that teachers and nurses are women, and
that pilots, doctors, and engineers are men.
Physical appearance — For example, women are expected to be thin and graceful, while men
are expected to be tall and muscular. Menand women are also expected to dress and groom in
ways that are stereotypical to their gender (men wearing pants and short hairstyles, women
wearing dresses and make-up.
Hyperfemininity:
it is the exaggeration of stereotyped behavior that’s believed to be feminine. Hyperfeminine
folks exaggerate the qualities they believe to be feminine. This may include being passive, naive,
sexually inexperienced, soft, flirtatious, graceful, nurturing, and accepting.
Hypermasculinity :
is the exaggeration of stereotyped behavior that’s believed to be masculine. Hypermasculine
folks exaggerate the qualities they believe to be masculine. They believe they’re supposed to
compete with other men and dominate feminine folks by being aggressive, worldly, sexually
experienced, insensitive, physically imposing, ambitious, and demanding.
Negative impacts of gender stereotypes :
Gender stereotypes shape self-perception, attitudes to relationships and influence participation
in the world of work. In a school environment, they can affect a young person’s classroom
experience, academic performance, subject choice and well-being. The assumptions we make
about boys and girls may be conscious or unconscious and can result in students being treated
differently or offered different opportunities based on their gender
Extreme gender stereotypes are harmful because they don’t allow people to fully express
themselves and their emotions. For example, it’s harmful to masculine folks to feel that they’re
not allowed to cry or express sensitive emotions. And it’s harmful to feminine folks to feel that
they’re not allowed to be independent, smart or assertive. Breaking down gender stereotypes
allows everyone to be their best selves.
Gender Stereotypes and issues in workplace :
Stereotypes cause a lot of misconceptions in the workplace. It doesn't matter if we're talking
about gender, race, or color. As with any stereotype, gender stereotypes prevent effective
communication between men and women. They can even create friction and discord, which
lessens company morale and productivity.
Some common stereotypes about women in the workplace:
• Women aren't as experienced in sports as men, so they can't be as good team players.
• Assertive women are trouble – or worse: feminazis.
• Women aren't committed to their work, because of family obligations.
• Women don't work well with other women, because they're catty.
• Women are the primary source of gossip in a workplace.
• Women are too emotional.
Here are a few of the stereotypes that are applied to the male gender in the workplace:
• Men are focused on their careers. Family takes second place.
• Men aren't emotional. In other words, they don't care about anyone's feelings.
• Men can't treat attractive female colleagues as equals, because they only view them as
sex objects.
• Men will never see women as their equals in the workplace, because they don't want
them to be.
• Men are all part of the "good ole boys" club and always help each other get promotions
– over other women colleagues.
How to fight with gender stereotypes ?
We probably see gender stereotypes all around you. We might also have seen or experienced
sexism, or discrimination based on gender. There are ways to challenge these stereotypes to
help everyone — no matter their gender or gender identity — feel equal and valued as people.
• Point it out :
Magazines, TV, film, and the Internet are full of negative gender stereotypes. Sometimes these
stereotypes are hard for people to see unless they’re pointed out. Be that person! Talk with
friends and family members about the stereotypes you see and help others understand how
sexism and gender stereotypes can be hurtful.
• Be a living example :
Be a role model for your friends and family. Respect people regardless of their gender identity.
Create a safe space for people to express themselves and their true qualities regardless of what
society’s gender stereotypes and expectations are.
• Speak up :
If someone is making sexist jokes and comments, whether online or in person, challenge them.
• Give it a try :
If you want to do something that’s not normally associated with your gender, think about
whether you’ll be safe doing it. If you think you will, give it a try. People will learn from your
example.If you’ve been struggling with gender or gender identity and expectations, you’re not
alone. It may help you to talk to a trusted parent, friend, family member, teacher, or counselor.

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