Recommended Reading #207: Questions and Examination, Pt. VI
“Are men’s naked bodies the stuff of nightmares? I think not” by Zoe Margolis (Gender Socialization, Health and Body, Sex and Culture) 6/22/14
I agree with the assertions I interpret here about gender equality and gender socialization, and I too have lamented for years the seeming lack of expressions of appreciation for the beauty and sexiness of the male body. I appreciate seeing this said.
This timeline photo caption on UniteWomen.org’s Facebook page (Gender Socialization, Sex and Culture, Violence) 6/25/14
This, indeed, speaks for itself (be sure to click the “See More” link in the photo caption).
“Slut-Shaming Hurts Every Woman—Including Mean Girls” by Shira Tarrant (Sociology, Research, Gender Socialization) 6/23/14
I liked and appreciated this because it struck me as a substantive assessment of both the general cultural phenomenon referred to as slut-shaming as well as the study on the subject to which this piece refers. In a relative few words, this piece brings to light a number of issues, and rather than postulate answers, it raises questions. I appreciate that and recommend it due to its potential instigation of awareness and consideration as such.