Psychology of Gender, 4th Edition

For gender-focused courses in Psychology, Sociology, Women’s Studies, and Gender Studies. 

Unlike other gender texts, Psychology of Gender  focuses equally on both men and women, drawing from empirical research and conceptual discussions.

The book includes research and discussions surrounding gender in the areas of psychology, sociology, anthropology, medicine, and public health. It reviews the research from multiple perspectives, but emphasizes the implications of social roles, status, and gender-related traits, particularly for relationships and health—areas that are central to students’ lives and that have a great impact on their day-to-day functioning. The text is designed for upper-level undergraduate/ graduate-level gender-focused courses in a variety of departments.

Learning Goals

Upon completing this book, readers should be able to:

• Understand the implications of gender for two broad domains of research: relationships and health
• Distinguish the similarities and differences between men and women and the theories that explain any observed differences

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Introduction
Chapter 2 Methods And History Of Gender Research
Chapter 3 Gender-Role Attitudes
Chapter 4 Sex-Related Comparisons: Observations
Chapter 5 Sex-Related Comparisons: Theory
Chapter 6 Achievement
Chapter 7 Communication
Chapter 8 Friendship
Chapter 9 Romantic Relationships
Chapter 10 Sex Differences In Health: Evidence And Explanations
Chapter 11 Relationships And Health
Chapter 12 Paidworker Role And Health
Chapter 13 Mental Health