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It has been suggested that media messages about sexuality combine sexist and social class biases. Describe what this statement means.
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Answered by Examlex AI CopilotThis statement suggests that media messages about sexuality often perpetuate both sexist and social class biases. In other words, the portrayal of sexuality in the media is often influenced by and reinforces traditional gender roles and stereotypes, as well as societal hierarchies based on social class.
Sexist biases in media messages about sexuality may include the objectification of women, the promotion of unrealistic beauty standards, and the reinforcement of traditional gender norms and expectations. These biases can contribute to the perpetuation of gender inequality and discrimination.
On the other hand, social class biases in media messages about sexuality may involve the portrayal of certain sexual behaviors or relationships as more acceptable or desirable based on one's social or economic status. This can contribute to the stigmatization and marginalization of individuals from lower socioeconomic backgrounds.
Overall, this statement highlights the need for critical analysis of media representations of sexuality and the recognition of how they can reinforce harmful biases and inequalities. It also underscores the importance of promoting more inclusive and diverse portrayals of sexuality in the media.
Which of the following is a limitation of stereotyping?
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Which of the following negative stereotypes is related to archetypes of Black women?
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(33) Which of the following is true about articles on female politicians, athletes, and authors that prioritize women's appearances?
(38) Which of the following statements most accurately describes a schema?
(38) Discuss the media's over reliance on the expertise of men and the effects of this bias on women.
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(41) Explain why women are traditionally expected to take their husbands' names, and why the word Ms. has created such controversy.
(33) Stereotypes about women have common features from one culture to another. What are some of these features? What might account for some of the similarities?
(37) According to Fredrickson and Roberts (1997), when a woman is objectified, she is being
(45) According to media critics, which of the following statements is true of TV shows?
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(32) How do our society's norms about appearances and social roles for women and men relate to stereotypes about gays and lesbians?
(43) Provide examples of terms that were originally intended to pay respect to women, and explain how they have taken on new meanings and have become lower in status.
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