Feminist Psychology

Schober (2013) stated that the topic of equity does not acquire the attention it demands when issues of gender are discussed. Women have been consistently underserved throughout the human history and although much has changed, there remains much to be addressed (Schober, 2013). The feminist movement has been critical in the awakening of the society, particularly through the spread of awareness concerning equity and rights (Cuberes & Teigneir, 2014). At this juncture, it is important to acknowledge the role that psychology has played in the feminist movement (Cuberes & Teigneir, 2014).

One of the key roles played by psychologists is the enhancement of self-recognition measures through the affirmation of the position of women in the society (Bandiera & Natraj, 2013). Assessing the contribution of emotion and the general nature of women to the prevailing social condition is possible through the integration of psychology (Deere, Alvarado & Twyman, 2012). Violence is also broadly considered as a faction of feminist psychology where feminists have showed the tendency to dispute the family structure as long as domestic violence exists (Deere, Alvarado & Twyman, 2012).

On the other hand Cuberes and Teigneir (2014) argues that the modern society has not embraced differences in ethnicity and that such differences further undermine the well-being of women in the society. African-American women have been the most notable recipients of gender oppression that has been exaggerated by the relationship between ethnic groups (Schober, 2013). Ideally, there are different metrics and indicators of gender equity that include life expectancy disparity, political empowerment, access to education, and distribution of opportunity (Cuberes & Teigneir, 2014). Gender inequality should remain a priority to every person particularly because it affects the entire population. Undoubtedly, some of the actions committed against women such as rape, physical violence, and murder are beyond the denial of the basic human rights (Schober, 2013).Although women have been consistently seen as lesser beings, psychology has been a key ingredient in the gender awakening.

Sources:

Bandiera, O., & Natraj, A. (2013). Does gender inequality hinder development and economic growth? Evidence and policy implications. The World Bank Research Observer, lks012.

Cuberes, D., & Teignier, M. (2014). Gender inequality and economic growth: a critical review. Journal of International Development, 26(2), 260-276.

 Deere, D.,C., Alvarado, G. E., & Twyman, J. (2012). Gender inequality in asset ownership in Latin America: female owner’s vs household heads. Development and Change, 43(2), 505-530.

Schober, P. S. (2013). The parenthood effect on gender inequality: Explaining the change in paid and domestic work when British couples become parents. European Sociological Review, 29(1), 74-85.