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Discursive psychology and feminism.

Ann Weatherall1

  • 1School of Psychology, Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand. Ann.Weatherall@vuw.ac.nz

The British Journal of Social Psychology
|October 14, 2011
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Summary

Feminism and discursive psychology (DP) share critical views on science and the constructed nature of gender. Tensions exist regarding DP's relativism and focus on participant relevance for identity categories.

Area of Science:

  • Social Psychology
  • Feminist Theory
  • Discursive Psychology

Background:

  • Feminism and discursive psychology (DP) offer critical perspectives on science and psychology.
  • Both fields examine prejudice and the social construction of categories like gender.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To appraise the engagement between feminism and discursive psychology (DP).
  • To discuss convergences and tensions between feminist perspectives and DP.

Main Methods:

  • Literature appraisal of discursive psychology and feminist theory.
  • Analysis of theoretical underpinnings and methodological approaches.

Main Results:

  • Shared critical perspectives on science, psychology, and prejudice.

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