Embracing the complexity of gender an inclusive, feminist, & developmental exploration Emily Keener

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Keener, Emily, author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Feminism.

Gender identity.

Sexual minorities--Social conditions.

Sexual minorities.

feminism.

LGBTQ+ people.

Physical Description:

1 online resource

illustration

Place of Publication:

London Academic Press 2025

Summary:

"Embracing the Complexity of Gender examines the heart of a modern gender revolution, exploring the dynamic and multifaceted nature of gender in contemporary society. Spurred by landmark events such as the legalization of same-sex marriage and the rise of transgender visibility, this revolution has ignited passionate debates and a heightened interest in understanding gender's complexities. From legal battles over all-gender bathrooms to corporate decisions challenging traditional gender norms, the discourse around gender has never been more vibrant or contentious. This book combines a developmental and intersectional feminist approach with accessible, engaging content. By including discussion questions and clear definitions of key terms, the book ensures that complex ideas are understandable for readers at all levels. Drawing on psychological evidence and theoretical perspectives, this book challenges the gender binary and emphasizes the importance of social justice and inclusion."--Publisher

Contents:

About the author

Positionality and overview of approach

Acknowledgments

Part 1. Overview and background: 1. Laying the groundwork : terminology and key concepts in multidimensional gender development

2. The Complexity Model of Gender : a developmental feminist and ecological approach to understanding the complexity of gender identity and expression

3. A deeper dive : foundational theories and approaches

4. Past and present : psychology's understanding of gender as multidimensional

Part 2. The complexity of gender identity: 5. The multidimensional model of gender identity

6. Assessing variations in gender identity

7. The developmental context : cognitive and gender constructivism

8. Developmental context : social and gender environmentalism

9. The developmental context : biological and gender essentialism, and systems approaches

Part 3. The complexity of gender expression: 10. The multidimensional model of gender expression

11. Intra-individual variations : the degree to which people express gender

12. Influences of gender expression : norms and contexts

13. The developmental context of gender expression

14. Complexities and intersections

Part 4. Connections and conclusions: 15. Gender identity vs. gender expression : independence vs. interdependence

16. Applying the complexity model : Everywhere, Everything, All at Once

17 Conclusions

Index

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index

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Other Format:

Print version:

ebook version :

ISBN:

0443364877

9780443364877

OCLC:

1526228436

Publisher Number:

CIPO000244047

CIPO000244046

Access Restriction:

Restricted for use by site license