Women’s Lives: A Psychological Exploration, Fourth Edition
- Author: Claire A. Etaugh
- Edition: 4th
- Publisher: Routledge
- Publication Date: October 19, 2017
- ISBN-13: 978-1138656666
- ISBN-10: 9781138656666
The fourth edition of Women’s Lives: A Psychological Exploration provides a cutting-edge and comprehensive look into the psychological diversity of girls and women. This text integrates current research and pressing social issues to explore how factors such as age, ethnicity, social class, nationality, sexual orientation, and ableness shape individual experiences. Written in an engaging and accessible manner, the book utilizes vignettes, personal quotes, and various pedagogical tools to encourage active learning, critical thinking, and social activism.
This updated edition includes significant new information on contemporary topics, including:
- Theoretical frameworks such as neoliberal feminism, standpoint theory, and mujerista psychology.
- The representation of LGBT individuals and people with disabilities in modern media.
- Gender dynamics in sports, including testosterone testing of female athletes and the concept of precarious manhood.
- Developmental and societal challenges, such as raising gender non-conforming children and the profound impact of social media on body image.
- Psychological profiles, including gender differences in narcissism, the Big Five personality traits, and the experiences of women in professional fields like video-game design.
