CODES OF GENDER

 CODES OF GENDER

Unravelling the Construct and Expectations

Gender, a basic fundamental aspect of identifying ourselves, it has shaped and influenced by the norms of our society and constructs from a long time ago. The way we look and express our genders is deeply rooted in our cultural beliefs, media representations and interpersonal interactions.

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Codes of gender refers to the subconscious messages that are within our cultural discourse that shapes our understanding about masculinity and femininity. These gender codes are pervasive in media, advertising, behaviors, appearances, expectations and everyday interactions that are associated with each gender.

The codes of gender in today's world are mostly influenced by the media things like Advertisements, TV shows and films, movies and online content portraying stereotypical gender roles.

Gender is a set of roles, expectations and behaviors that the society attributes based on their sex.

The pressure of gender codes can have an effect on one mental health.

The Codes of Gender mostly influence how we look at ourselves and others in relation to gender. By recognizing and deconstructing these codes of gender, we can challenge the norms of the society, have diversity embraced and be able to foster a more inclusive society.