Issues and Debates

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Created on: 26-03-17 12:27

Define Alpha Bias, Beta Bias and Androcentrism

Alpha bias - this occurs when the differences between men and women are exaggerated. Therefore, stereotypically male and female characteristics may be emphasised. Beta bias -this occurs when the differences between men and women are minimised. This

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What causes gender bias?

1) Male sample in research - leads to generalising - Asch and Milgram 2) Male behaviour being taken as standard - leads to women being 'abnormal' 3) Emphasis on biological differences - focuses on limitation imposed - sexual selection 4) Intensive u

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What are the negative consequences of gender bias?

1) One gender being misrepresened (alpha/beta bias) 2) One gender being ignored (beta) 3) One gender being de-valued (alpha) 4) Stereotyping and discrimination. Example - Bowlby

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Main concepts for overcoming gender bias?

1) Take a feminist perpective 2) Study both men and women were applicable 3) Consider social context rather than biology 4) Value difference and avoud comparisens 5) Be reflexsive

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Give three examples of gender bias theories

Bowlby, sexual selection and Asch

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