Gender roles
Describe gender roles in other cultures as described in the pdf
Gender is a primary and most crucial feature of an individual’s social identity. Notably, gender socialization starts right after birth by declaring the sex of the newborn. In places such as China, Vietnam, Korea, and other Asian countries, gender roles are influenced by Confucianism. Among the Koreans, for instance, the doctrine teaches men not only to be dominant but to be the only relevant member of the family. Women are highly disregarded and treated like children. According to these cultures, a woman’s greatest role is to produce a son because men are regarded highly in the society. Furthermore, men were allowed to study the classics while girls remained indoors and were taught embroidery, cooking, and other domestic responsibilities.
Among the Latinos, gender roles are defined by religion and tradition (Larry, Richard, Edwin, & Carolyn, 2012). A female is expected to primarily focus on the family and be submissive to the men and suppress their desires. Also, men remain dominant and exercise control over all units. On the other hand, among the Indians, social roles are influenced by historical and cultural factors. Even today, traditional notions make men the most superior sex while women are seen to be caretakers. Arranged marriages are still common, and this is done to secure good wives. Among the Arabs, men are considered stronger than women, and they must ask permission before doing anything.
Give one example from the pdf of how gender roles are different in the dominant U.S culture to roles assigned in other culture presented in the pdf
Among the dominant cultures, appropriate behavior is associated with specific expectations. For instance, boys are socialized to be ambitious, self-reliant, competitive, logical, aggressive, sexual, dominant, and distant (Larry et al., 2012). Among the Arabs, men are considered as protectors and decision makers. Unmarried girls need permission from their brothers to go out. In the dominant communities, girls are socialized to be sensitive, interdependent, nurturing, and concerned with their appearance in the dominant communities. Arabian women are dependent on men, and they are taught not to use cosmetics or perfumes outside their home. They should also be quiet, emotional, gentle, differential, and cooperative.
Have you noticed a change in gender role in your culture (for this question should be based on African American culture)
Culturally defined gender roles among families are taking a new dimension. In the past, in particular, among the African American families, a man would feel insulted if he was asked to change a diaper. Today, they have become great diaper changers, and they enjoy being helpful. Furthermore, more men are offering to babysit their children or take them out even without their mother, something that was uncommon in the past. Also, women are taking new challenges as nurses and business managers, unlike in the past when they were expected to be housewives.
References
Larry A. S., Richard E. P., Edwin R. M., Carolyn S. R., (2012). Communication between cultures: The deep structure of culture, pp81-88
