Most Americans, including majorities of men, women, Republicans and Democrats, say men and women are different in many ways. But there are gaps by gender and partisanship when it comes to views of ...

In the intricate tapestry of human emotions, a longstanding societal expectation dictates that men should refrain from shedding tears — a norm perpetuated across generations. Despite commendable ...

Decades ago, societal expectations for women were vastly different. Women were expected to be submissive, self-sacrificing, and entirely devoted to their husbands and families—often at the expense of ...

Gender socialization is a fundamental development aspect, shaping how people perceive themselves and interact with the world. Gender socialization is the process of a person learning and internalizing ...

Societal expectations, cultural norms, and hierarchies of value are deeply subjective and personal. At the same time, they are shaped by communities and vary from person to person and place to place.