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Gender Stereotypes and Discrimination: How Sexism Impacts Development
Christia Spears Brown1, Ellen A Stone1
1University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY, United States.
Advances in Child Development and Behavior
|March 10, 2016
Summary
Gender stereotypes and discrimination harm children and adolescents. This research integrates findings on five forms of sexism, highlighting their negative impact on development and well-being.
Area of Science:
- Developmental Psychology
- Sociology
- Gender Studies
Background:
- Gender stereotypes and discrimination are prevalent in childhood and adolescence.
- Existing research often examines forms of sexism in isolation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To summarize and integrate recent developmental science research on gender stereotypes and discrimination.
- To examine five specific forms of sexism affecting children and adolescents.
- To analyze the implications of sexism for developmental health and well-being.
Main Methods:
- Literature review and synthesis of developmental science research.
- Focus on five key areas: boys' school experiences, girls in STEM, sports, peer harassment, and sexualized stereotypes.
- Analysis of children's awareness, perceptions, and attributions of sexism.
Main Results:
- Identified five prevalent forms of sexism impacting children and adolescents.
- Documented children's awareness and perceptions of gender bias.
- Examined the negative effects of sexism on social, academic, and psychological well-being.
Conclusions:
- Different forms of sexism interact to reduce equity and justice.
- Sexism negatively impacts positive developmental outcomes for children and adolescents.
- Future research should explore interventions and solutions to combat sexism.
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