Gender Considerations in Self Reliance

Abstract: A 5 page paper examining whether self-reliance is a gender-linked trait. Society's expectations increasingly appear to be that all individuals, regardless of sex or personal situation, either should be self reliant or be striving to be. A parent's taking time off from work to raise a child is acceptable, but even the phrasing indicates that such time off is only temporary in nature. Those without physical or mental disabilities who still are unable to be self-reliant are viewed as irresponsible. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

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Catagory: Feminists, Activists & The Struggle For Womens' Rights

Subcatagory: Women'S Issues & Gender Study

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