EDUCATION POSITION OR POLICY ATTRIBUTION OF SEX-ROLE CHARACTERISTICS; Ni IDIOSYNCRATIC PROCESS

The existing research-in the area of sex-role stereotypes has emphasized the presence of clearly delineated and relatively rigid roles. However, since each personality trait can be found in varying amounts in both of the sexes, one might think that the current norms of sex-role stereotypes are unduly limited. In the 'socialization process, all individuals must learn to handle themselves in a variety of situations, i.e., all must learn to be assertive, dependent, compassionate, etc. The exact behavior which emerges may vary depending upon factors such as the current social milieu or the method by which an individual has been taught to express these emotions. (Author