1980's Gender Roles In Media
Discipline: Psychology
Type of Paper: Essay (any type)
Academic Level: Undergrad. (yrs 3-4)
Paper Format: APA
Question
In one to two-page paper address the following:
1. What was happening in the 1980s, economically, politically, socially, entertainment etc.
2. Consider the following TV shows from the 1980s: Family Ties. Cheers. The Cosby Show. Who’s the Boss? Alf. Growing Pains. Cagney and Lacey. Dynasty. Family Matters.
3. Provide examples of the portrayal of gender roles from this time-period i.e. what were the expectations for paternal and/or maternal roles? Make reference to specific shows and/or episodes. Describe the appearance of men and women in these episodes. Are there children and/or teens in the family? How do they behave regarding conformity to gender roles? Are there any statements made that are consistent with male or female stereotypes?
