Sex,Lies and Stereotypes [Paperback]

Gary W Wood (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 1, 2005

Sex, Lies and Stereotypes explores the shifting nature of gender role stereotypes and changing attitudes to sexuality, addressing the myths and the 'black and white' thinking that so many of us adopt in relation to male and female roles. It proposes a new way of perceiving life that could potentially revolutionize the way that we interact as humans. Dr Gary Wood asserts that 'men are from earth and women are from earth; it's high time we got over it.' He suggests that pop psychology focuses too much on the differences between the sexes, and argues that our relationships could be transformed if we viewed individuals for their personalities rather than merely their anatomy, as aspects of femininity can spill over into males, and vice versa. This book challenges us to question our assumptions and accept that there are grey areas in most people's gender identities.

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About the Author

Dr Gary Wood (BSc(Hons), PgC, ILTM, PhD) is a social psychologist specializing in cognitive style (the way we view the world), gender stereotypes and attitudes to sex and sexuality. He has taught psychology, research methods, and team building at several UK universities and colleges, and is currently programme co-ordinator for Psychological Studies and for Sexual Health Studies at the Centre for Lifelong Learning, University of Birmingham. Dr Wood is on the advisory board (psychological consultant) to The Lovers' Guide website. He is based in Smethwick, West Midlands.

Product Details

• Paperback: 176 pages
• Publisher: New Holland Publishers Ltd (March 1, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1843308940
• ISBN-13: 978-1843308942
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.2 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.6 ounces
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,823,154 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)