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Feminist Theory (Women suffer injustices based on their sex, They stress…
Feminist Theory
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They stress the importance of gender divisions in society and portray them as to work to the advantage of men
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Radical feminism - Focuses on the sex war and separatism (they see patriarchy built into the structure of society)
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Ann Oakley and Claire Wallace - Famous proponents of feminism, both sociologists
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Gender stereotypes - Negative generalisations or misconceptions about women, which are perpetuated in the media and education system
Economic dependency - Women giving up work to take care of children/housework so becoming more dependent on their husbands for money
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Education promotes male dominance, the system is patriarchal and men dominate top positions
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Family is patriarchal and dominated by men, also exploiting and oppressing women, it supports and reproduces inequalities
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Media perpetuates stereotypes for women and their role in society, which shows patriarchy
Religion is patriarchal, most gods are male and so are most leaders, women play a secondary role and have fewer options in some societies
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