#Gender

An Introduction to Gendered Social Problems

#Gender

An Introduction to Gendered Social Problems

Sarah DeWard (Author)

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Thorough yet concise, #Gender: An Introduction to Gendered Social Problems provides timely, accessible, real-world cases of gendered social issues so that students can easily see the impact gender has on their lives. The textbook opens with the definition of gender and offers students a sociological framework to build upon. Current events such as the Roe v Wade reversal, Don’t Say Gay, and hormone testing for athletes provide up to date examples of gendered social issues while “Moving Forward” sections highlight the efforts that activists and everyday people are making to offer solutions for current issues. The book closes with a discussion on social change. Perfect for undergraduate students learning how gender informs their individual lives and wider societal structures.

1. Introduction #LetsGetStarted
Biological Sex, Gender Identity, Gender Expression, Sexual Orientation
Moving Forward

2. Constructing Gender #GenderIsFakeNews
Social Construction
Why Does This Matter?
Moving Forward

3. Reproductive Justice #MyBodyMyChoice
Birth Control
Abortion
Forced Sterilization and Eugenics
Abortion Prevalence
Maternal Mortality
Reproductive Justice and Public Policy
Moving Forward

4. Transgender and Nonbinary Identities #PronounsMatter
Redefining Gender
Gender-Affirming Care
Performing Gender
Pronouns—We All Use Them!
Prevalence of People Who Are Transgender and Gender Nonconforming
Transgender Identity and Public Policy
Moving Forward

5. Gender and Poverty #PovertyIsSexist
What Is Social Class?
What Is Poverty?
Poverty Prevalence
Poverty and Public Policy
Moving Forward

6. Men and Masculinities #ToxicMasculinity
The Gender Hierarchy
Moving Forward

7. Intimate Partner Violence #Survivor
A Note about Language
Power and Control
Intimate Partner Violence Prevalence
Intimate Partner Violence and Public Policy
Moving Forward

8. Gender and Education #EducationEquity
Education as a Social Institution
Gender Bias in K–12
Education and Public Policy
Moving Forward

9. Marriage and Family #GoodMom
Defining Family
A (Brief) History of Marriage and Family
Gendered Dating
Gendered Parenting
Marriage, Family, and Public Policy
Moving Forward

10 Sexual Violence #MeToo
Rape Culture
Sexual Assault Prevalence
Sexual Assault on College Campuses
Moving Forward

11. Gender and Work #EqualPay
The Gender Wage Gap
Gender Pay Gap and Public Policy
Moving Forward

12. Gender and Politics #Vote
Gender Performance in Politics
Gendered Elections
Gendered Political Participation
Gendered Politics and Public Policy
Moving Forward

13. Gender and Social Change #Femininst
What Is Feminism?
Herstory of the Women’s Movement
Moving Forward

Product details

Published	Sep 05 2024
Format	Ebook (Epub & Mobi)
Edition	2nd
Extent	230
ISBN	9781538180655
Imprint	Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Illustrations	88 BW Photos, 6 Tables, 29 Textboxes
Publisher	Bloomsbury Publishing

Author

Sarah DeWard

#Gender is an accessible yet comprehensive text covering a wide range of topics as an introduction to gender and sexuality. Instead of getting bogged down in the weeds, it presents clear and simple definitions and topics to get conversations started. This is perfect for any undergraduate introductory course.

Jon Burnham, Idaho State University
“Sarah Deward has written an outstanding book that provides a culturally sensitive treatment of a wide range of contemporary issues, including reproductive autonomy, LGBTQIA+ topics, and the #MeToo movement. Students will appreciate the short, readable chapters, which encourage them to apply sociological and gender theory to critically examine everyday life.”

Francine Banner, University of Michigan-Dearborn
“This book is packed to the brim with topics that are certain to encourage students to apply a critical lens when understanding sex, gender, and sexuality. Each chapter serves as a personal invitation for students to consider how they can advance the discussion forward.”

Michael O'Johnston, William Penn University