GENDER AND SOCIETY

RTU Philosophy

Focuses on nurturing the creative potential of Filipinos for global peace and sustainable development.

Sociology of Gender

Studies how gender is socially constructed and its impact on social interactions.

Sex

Refers to physical and biological traits that determine male or female.

Gender

Socially constructed roles, behaviors, and identities based on perceived sex.

Sexual Orientation

Individual's attraction to others of the same or opposite genders.

Gender Queer

Describes individuals not conforming to traditional male or female concepts.

Gender Expression

Outwardly expressing gender identity through appearance and behavior.

Gender Identity

Individual's deeply held sense of their own gender.

Transgender

Individuals whose gender identity differs from their assigned sex at birth.

Two-Spirit

Concept from Indigenous cultures describing individuals with non-binary gender.

Pansexual

Sexual orientation characterized by attraction regardless of gender.

Polyamory

Relationship style involving multiple partners in open and sincere relationships.

Intersex

Individuals born with biological variations not fitting typical male or female definitions.

Agender

Individuals not identifying with any gender identity.

Gender Stereotype

Beliefs about traits and activities appropriate to men or women.

Stereotypical Family

Traditional family image with specific roles.

Gender-Stereotyped Parenting

Adhering to traditional gender roles when raising children.

Evolution Theory

Charles Darwin's theory explaining species development through natural selection.

Common Descent

All living organisms share a common ancestor.

Gradualism

Change occurring gradually over time.

Multiplication of Species

Species diversify through multiplication.

Natural Selection

Traits impacting survival and reproduction becoming common in a population.

Social Role Theory

Societal expectations influencing behavior and self-perception.

Social Constructive Theory

Emphasizes social interactions in constructing knowledge and reality.

Migration Theory

Understanding reasons behind individuals moving from one place to another.

Social Values of Filipinos

Includes Family Unit, Personalism, Concept of Loob, Security of the Philippine Economy, and Orientation to small groups.

Social Class

Class determinants include Wealth, Power, Authority, Prestige, Education, Healthcare, and Leisure time.

Gender Socialization

How different genders socialize with others.

Attitude

Mental view influencing behavior.

Behavior

Execution of attitude.

Hominin

Tribe including modern humans and extinct human species.

Basis of Inequality

Resources, Power, Authority.

Basis of Inequality (Access)

Education, Healthcare, Leisure.

Avoidant Personality Disorder (AvPD)

Characterized by feelings of inadequacy and fear of rejection.

Sex-Typed

Behaviors matching assigned gender at birth.

Cross-Sex-Typed

Behaviors not matching assigned gender at birth.

Androgynous

Having both masculine and feminine qualities.

Undifferentiated

Not strongly identifying as male or female.

Gender-Schema Theory

Explains how individuals acquire and develop gender roles and identity.