Human Growth and Development / Unit 10 HGD 1378 short lesson, about 20 seconds
The Gender Intensification Hypothesis
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The idea
The gender intensification hypothesis holds that pressure to conform to gender roles intensifies in early adolescence.
In practice
One study finding no increase in stereotyped traits over time, and chores growing more gender-typed only in traditional homes.
Where people slip
The misconception is that gender roles always intensify in adolescence; the evidence is mixed.
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