Gender stereotypes about intellectual ability emerge early and influence children’s interests

Science56.90
Volume: 355, Issue: 6323, Pages: 389 - 391
Published: Jan 27, 2017
Abstract
Common stereotypes associate high-level intellectual ability (brilliance, genius, etc.) with men more than women. These stereotypes discourage women’s pursuit of many prestigious careers; that is, women are underrepresented in fields whose members cherish brilliance (such as physics and philosophy). Here we show that these stereotypes are endorsed by, and influence the interests of, children as young as 6. Specifically, 6-year-old girls are less...
Paper Details
Title
Gender stereotypes about intellectual ability emerge early and influence children’s interests
Published Date
Jan 27, 2017
Journal
Volume
355
Issue
6323
Pages
389 - 391
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