The Psychology of Gender, Second Edition [Paperback]

Alice H. Eagly PhD (Editor), Anne E. Beall PhD (Editor), Robert J. Sternberg PhD (Editor)

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Paperback: 358 pages
Publisher: The Guilford Press; Second Edition edition (Aug 19 2005)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1593852444
ISBN-13: 978-1593852443
Product Dimensions: 22.7 x 15.3 x 2.4 cm
Shipping Weight: 476 g
Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #1,485,748 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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"It is rare to see a volume that does justice to the diversity of approaches to the psychology of gender. The Psychology of Gender, Second Edition, encompasses biological, psychological, sociological, and cultural approaches to central issues in a rapidly developing field, showcasing the increasing maturity of theory and research. From the discussion of biological influences in gender as fluid and dynamic, to the enhanced coverage of the subtle influences of power and status on gender differences and similarities, the volume will challenge students' preconceptions and open their eyes to the ways in which gender structures our social world."--Peter Glick, PhD, Department of Psychology, Lawrence University

"This stimulating, rich volume reflects the full array of gender theories, from hormones and evolution to socialization, social roles, identity, and culture. Classroom instructors, students of gender, and colleagues catching up on the latest research in this popular area will all find this second edition an invaluable, provocative resource."--Susan T. Fiske, PhD, Department of Psychology, Princeton University

"This second edition expands its scope beyond its original emphasis on biology, evolution, and socialization to embrace more fully the social context in which gender is enacted and perceived. Offering a comprehensive exploration of the psychology of gender, the volume promises to serve as a solid basic text for graduate studies as well as a resource for scholars in the field."--Jan Yoder, PhD, Department of Psychology, University of Akron

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"I use The Psychology of Gender as a recommended text in 'Clinical Practice with Women,' an advanced graduate clinical social work class. This book provides a research-based scientific and theoretical overview of the role of gender--psychologically, physiologically, socially, and culturally--and I find it a helpful framework for our students."--Shoshana Ringel, MSW, PhD, School of Social Work, University of Maryland, Baltimore

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To what extent does gender influence our behavior, thoughts, and feelings? How do "nature" and "nurture" interact to shape our identities as female or male? And what are the effects of gender on the ways we are perceived and treated by others? The second edition of this important text and reference confronts the central questions pertaining to gender differences and similarities across the lifespan. Rather than focusing on a particular viewpoint, the volume is carefully designed to foster comparison among different lines of psychological research and provide a broad survey of cutting-edge work in the field.

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Dorothy Allison, novelist and feminist, and many other authors and scientists have written about how consequential social categories such as gender are to life experiences. Read the first page

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3.0 out of 5 stars MEN AND WOMEN HAVE DIFFERENT ROLES, Sep 25 2010

By James L. Park "James Leonard Park" - Published on Amazon.com

This review is from: The Psychology of Gender, Second Edition (Paperback)

Anne E. Beall & Robert J. Sternberg, editors
The Psychology of Gender

(New York: Gilford Press, 1993) 278 pages

A collection of articles by about 10 psychologists
exploring the differences between men and women.
They all agree that there are such differences
in the roles men and women play in society,
and they are mostly dissatisfied with the inequality,
but they do not offer any new suggestions for overcoming such differences.
The book summarizes academic research completed by the early 1990s.
This reviewer hopes for more insightful books in the future,
especially with concrete suggestions for correcting the problems.

Perhaps the new edition, where this review appears,
has offered some constructive suggestions.

If you would like to discover other books along these lines,
search the Internet for:
"SEX ROLE---Bibliography of books".

3 of 5 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Informative text book, Feb 6 2007

By Dr. Daniel M. Davidson - Published on Amazon.com

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I purchased this book as a required text for the University of Kentucky doctoral program but would recommend it to anyone who has an interest in studying male/female differences and similarities.

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4.0 out of 5 stars The Psychology of Gender, April 21 2009

By C. Meyer - Published on Amazon.com

This review is from: The Psychology of Gender (Paperback)

Overall a very nice and smooth transaction and the book was in the condition that was described. Thank you.

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