COMMON GENDER STEREOTYPES

GENDER STEREOTYPES 

Gender stereotyping means preconceived ideas whereby males and females are arbitrarily assigned characteristics and roles determined and limited by their sex. Sex stereotyping can limit the development of the natural talents and abilities of boys and girls, women and men, as well as their educational experiences and life opportunities.

Gender stereotyping refers to discrimination based on one's sex. It may involve unfair treatment or infringement upon the rights of a certain sex requiring them to act in a certain manner. It is greatly influenced by culture and upbringing. 

Below are lists of common female and male stereotypes. 

         Women         Men  

• Dependent - Independent 

• Weak - Powerful 

• Incompetent - Competent 

• Less important - More important 

• Emotional - Logical 

• Implementers - Decision-makers 

• Housekeepers - Breadwinners 

• Supporters - Leaders 

• Fearful - Brave 

• Peace-makers - Aggressive 

• Cautious - Adventurous 

• Flexible - Focused 

• Warm - Self-reliant 

• Passive - Active 

• Followers - Leaders 

• Spectators - Doers 

• Modest - Ambitious 

• Subjective - Objective 

• Soft-spoken - Out-spoken 

• Secretaries - Bosses 

• Nurturing - Assertive 

• Gentle - Strong 

• Cheerful - Forceful 

• Caretakers - Achievers 

Can you add more?