Gender-based attitudes

Definition

Gender-based attitudes refer to beliefs, opinions, and evaluations that individuals hold about the behaviors, traits, and roles associated with different genders. These attitudes can influence how people perceive and interact with others based on their gender.

Related terms

Stereotypes:

Socially shared beliefs or generalizations about characteristics, attributes, or roles associated with a particular group or category.

Gender identity: An individual's deeply felt sense of being male, female, or something else entirely.

Socialization: The process through which individuals learn and internalize values, norms, and behaviors that are considered appropriate for their society.