Gender bias definitions

Any underlying characteristics of human beings that is capable of being applied to both genders, despite differences and upbringing.

Universality

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The behavioural, cultural and psychological characteristics that distinguish males from females.

Gender bias

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Male-Centred; when normal behaviour is judged according to a male standard. Female behaviour is often judged as abnormal.

Androcentrism

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Female centred

Estrocentric

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Theories that suggest there are real and enduring differences between men and women. These can enhance or undervalue members of either sex.

Alpha bias

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Theories that ignore or minimise differences between the sexes.

Beta bias

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The behavioural, cultural and psychological characteristics that distinguish males from females.

Gender bias

Male-Centred; when normal behaviour is judged according to a male standard. Female behaviour is often judged as abnormal.

Female centred

Theories that suggest there are real and enduring differences between men and women. These can enhance or undervalue members of either sex.

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