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Janet Taylor Spence (1923-2015).
1Graduate Center, City University of New York.
The American Psychologist
|January 15, 2016
Summary
Janet Taylor Spence, a pioneering psychologist and former president of the American Psychological Association (APA), significantly advanced the understanding of gender roles, self-esteem, and achievement motivation.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Gender Studies
- Social Psychology
Background:
- Janet Taylor Spence was a prominent figure in psychology, serving as the sixth woman president of the American Psychological Association (APA).
- Her research significantly contributed to understanding the interplay between personal attributes, self-esteem, and attitudes toward women.
- Spence's work explored the links between achievement motivation, gender roles (instrumentality and expressiveness), and parental characteristics.
