admin | February 8, 2012
In past times, fellas have been reckoned to be truly the only service provider, tending to the needs of your beloved. Gals were definitely assigned that they are this nurturer for family. Quite a few may perhaps dispute “there is not unhealthy related to it”. The actual controversy however should be good given that this [...]
admin | February 1, 2012
I teach a class at UMass Boston that looks at how to create mutually empowering relationships in our personal and professional lives. I feel very fortunate that my students are “adult learners,” people who have worked and continue to work in the “real world,” mostly in human service roles. One part of the class that [...]
admin | February 1, 2012
In the past, men were considered to be the sole provider, tending to the needs of the household. Women were tasked to be the nurturer for the family. Many may argue “there is nothing bad about it”. The argument however is only valid as long as it is a consensual choice. From a feminist point [...]
admin | February 1, 2012
Gender is the name given to men and women, to separate the reproductive roles of each, nothing more, nothing less. Most of us are one or the other, but there is a sliding scale of chromosomes. To survive, every human has some basic needs. These cover: nutrition, shelter, warmth, love, occupation and companionship. Without these [...]
admin | February 1, 2012
While there are many theories surrounding the development of gender roles, one fact is unquestionable: men and women are socialized differently. The allure of online social groups has grown and as we age, baby boomers are looking for more companionship and friendship. Although men and women approach socializing in different ways, there is a demand [...]