Women & men
Women and men aren't as different as you might think: A review of dozens of studies found that men and women are basically alike when it comes to personality, thinking ability and leadership. The differences that do exist may reflect social expectations, not biology. Despite this evidence, the media continue to spread the idea that the sexes are fundamentally different — with real-life consequences. Parents who believe that boys outdo girls in math, for instance, may have lower expectations and overlook mathematically talented daughters.
Adapted from "Men and women: no big difference"
What You Can Do
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Happy couples: How to keep your relationship healthy
Keep your romantic partnership in good working order by talking openly, keeping it interesting and seeking help if needed.
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Men: A Different Depression
Psychologists try to help men get help, open up.
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Nine psychological tasks for a good marriage
Research on what makes a marriage work shows that people in a good marriage have completed these psychological "tasks.”
Getting Help
News
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What men share on social media but not with women
February 24, 2014, TIME
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Women spend two weeks a year on their appearance
February 24, 2014, Today.com
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Changing women's portrayal in stock photos
February 9, 2014, The New York Times
Monitor on Psychology Articles
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Math + culture = gender gap?
July 1, 2010
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Menopause, the makeover
March 1, 2010
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Inequality in prison
October 1, 2009
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The recession is stressing men more than women
July 1, 2009
Books
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Self-Objectification in Women
November 2010
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Beyond the Crisis of Masculinity
December 2009
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Male, Female
November 2009
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The Glass Ceiling in the 21st Century
November 2008
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Gender and Occupational Outcomes
January 2008
APA Offices and Programs
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Women's Programs Office
Improving the status, health and well-being of women psychologists and consumers of psychological services, and addressing issues such as gender disparities, domestic violence, disabilities and depression.
