Sex Differences in Sports Interest: Is Socialization The Whole Story?

Presentation Type

Poster/Portfolio

Presenter Major(s)

Psychology

Mentor Information

Robert Deaner

Department

Psychology

Location

Henry Hall Atrium 39

Start Date

11-4-2012 9:00 AM

Keywords

Culture, Gender, Health, Social Science, U.S. Diversity

Abstract

There is much evidence that boys and men are generally more interested in sports than girls and women are. Most scholars and policy makers seem to assume that this sex difference can be entirely attributed to socialization practices (i.e. the differential treatment of males and females by parents, peers, and media). Here we document the ubiquity of this assumption, review the empirical evidence for it, and explore other possible factors, including genetics and hormones. We conclude with suggestions for further research.

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Apr 11th, 9:00 AM

Sex Differences in Sports Interest: Is Socialization The Whole Story?

Henry Hall Atrium 39

There is much evidence that boys and men are generally more interested in sports than girls and women are. Most scholars and policy makers seem to assume that this sex difference can be entirely attributed to socialization practices (i.e. the differential treatment of males and females by parents, peers, and media). Here we document the ubiquity of this assumption, review the empirical evidence for it, and explore other possible factors, including genetics and hormones. We conclude with suggestions for further research.