Gender Equality continued

1. Gender Equality continued “It is the mark of an educated mind to be able to entertain a thought without accepting it.”Aristotle 3 Major theories About Paper 1 due next class Gender in the media-assignment #7 (do not turn in until the end of class) Abusive Relationships

2. What are the expectations? What emotions/actions are more acceptable for men to exhibit than women? What emotions/actions do you think are more acceptable for women to exhibit than men? Why? View News Report -Boys Socialization and Emotions

3. Structural-Functional Theory: Division of laboris functional because: • Increase expertise • Prevent competition • Strengthen family bonds by forcing dependency. • Decrease likelihood of infidelity

4. Conflict Theory: Woman’s disadvantaged role benefits men “Domestic slavery” women provide unpaid services that benefit men

5. Conflict Theory: • Child custody • Child care jobs • Stifled emotions contributing to school dropouts, alcohol/drug abuse, suicide Disadvantages of men are often overlooked

6. Symbolic Interactionism: Gender Inequality Women are socialized into… • Men socialized into… Gender roles learned through the socialization instrumental roles task orientated roles in society expressive roles nurturing and supportive roles in society

7. Gender in the media • Each person will share their image and ask their question • Group members will respond to their question (2-3 minutes per image max) • After everyone shares, select one image from each group to share with the class • If extra time, tell your group why you selected the image Turn in the image at the end of class with your name on it to get credit (put in red folder)

8. About Paper #1 Due Monday 15 points 2 ½ - 3 pages typed Use scoring RUBRIC, this is how I grade the paper Use the OUTLINES on the website http://soc2013.weebly.com/

9. From the paper rubric

11. Papers that earned 15/15: Followed the scoring rubric provided on the website and discussed in class Answered the question with specific detailed examples (from personal experience, research studies, history, news, world events) Did not have errors in spelling, grammar, or punctuation Demonstrated a strong understanding of the concept Introduction had a strong, clear thesis previewing the 3 examples

12. Gender in the media • Each person will share their image and ask their question • Group members will respond to their question (2-3 minutes per image max) • After everyone shares, select one image from each group to share with the class • If extra time, tell your group why you selected the image Turn in the image at the end of class with your name on it to get credit (put in red folder)

13. Turn in media image

14. Unhealthy relationships Break The Cycle

15. Warning Signs Early indicators a relationship is headed in the wrong direction. • Extreme jealousy • Constant put-downs • Financial Control • Possessiveness or controlling behavior • Making false accusations • Isolation from family and friends • History of abusive behavior • Big mood swings • Explosive temper • Belief that abuse is acceptable in relationships

16. Cycle of Abuse EXPLOSION

17. Cycle of Abuse Tension Building · Victim feels things could blow up at any moment. Abuser starts fights for no reason· Explosion Outburst intense emotional, verbal, sexual, physical abuse. · Hit slam against wall· Scream yell · Humiliate Honeymoon Abuser apologizes, tries to shift the blame · Says “I love you.” · Promises that it will never happen again. · Buys flowers/gifts.

18. Cycle of Abuse Timing: • Each phase can be as short as a few seconds • As long as years • Explosions can become more violent and dangerous

19. What prevents some people from getting help? Young people face unique obstacles • Difficulty recognizing abuse • Lack of resources. Money, transportation, or safe places to go. • Fear of abuser/family/ friends • Fear of sending abuser to jail • State laws- applying for restraining without parent or guardian. • Children with abuser • Embarrassment • Low self esteem • Hoping the abuser will change • Cultural religious reasons No one likes to be abused… abuse is unwanted behavior or contact.

20. Safety Planning-What to have before leaving? A PLAN • Contact person, code word • Safe place to go • Safe time to go • Financial planning • Important paperwork • Taking a leave from work/school • Protective order, save evidence (texts, photos of bruises, e-mails) • Self-defense classes • Avoid contact, change phone number, change e-mail, change or delete Facebook profile • Share tips for support on LoveIsRespect.org with family/friends

21. More info www.BreakTheCycle.org www.LoveIsRespect.org (866) 331-9474

22. Next class: Turn in media image before leaving Family

23. Solutions Educating young people about warning signs and their rights Break The Cycle is a non-profit organization focused on dating violence Speakers visit high schools and colleges to provide education

24. Gender Roles and 3 Theories Review 3 Major Theories Functionalist Conflict Theorist Symbolic Interactionist Jobs people perform and how society functions. How is something helpful or hurtful in society? Inequality and looks for groups that might be taking advantage of other groups. Haves vs Have Nots Influence of social groups, labels, and meanings of symbols