The Psychology of Women and Gender
Half the Human Experience +

11th Edition

Nicole M. Else-Quest - University of California Los Angeles (UCLA), California
Janet Shibley Hyde - University of Wisconsin – Madison, USA, University of Wisconsin, USA

Courses:
Cross-Cultural Psychology | Gender Roles | Psychology of Gender | Psychology of Women | Women & Psychology

August 2025 | SAGE Publications, Inc

With clear, comprehensive, and cutting-edge coverage, The Psychology of Women and Gender: Half the Human Experience + offers an authoritative exploration of classical and contemporary research through a feminist, psychological lens. Authors Nicole M. Else-Quest and Janet Shibley Hyde analyze cultural and biological similarities and differences between genders, highlighting their impact on issues of equality. The Eleventh Edition incorporates new research on gendered communication, an exploration of contemporary issues like the psychological impacts of COVID-19 and gendered ADHD patterns, and a greater emphasis on intersectional analysis. Students will come away with a strong foundation for understanding the dynamic influences of gender, sexual orientation, and ethnicity in the context of psychology and society.

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Preface

Acknowledgments With Gratitude

Chapter 1: Introduction

Why Study the Psychology of Women and Gender?

The Evolving Language of Sex and Gender

Sexism and Feminism

Themes in the Psychology of Women and Gender

Sources of Bias in Psychological Research

Feminist Alternatives to Biased Research

Chapter Previews

Chapter Summary

Suggestions for Further Reading

Key Terms

Chapter 2: Theoretical Perspectives on Gender

Psychoanalytic Theories

Social Learning Theory

Cognitive-Developmental Theory

Gender Schema Theory

Sociobiology and Evolutionary Psychology

Social Role Theory

Feminist Theories

Chapter Summary

Suggestions for Further Reading

Key Terms

Chapter 3: Gender Stereotypes and Gender Differences

Gender Stereotypes

Stereotype Threat

Meta-Analysis

Psychological Gender Differences

The Gender Similarities Hypothesis

Chapter Summary

Suggestions for Further Reading

Key Terms

Chapter 4: Communicating Gender

Verbal Communication

Nonverbal Communication

Language, Gender, and Status

Sexism & Sexist Language

Inclusive Language

Chapter Summary

Suggestions for Further Reading

Key Terms

Chapter 5: The Intersection of Gender and Ethnicity

Recurring Themes

The Evolving Language of Race & Ethnicity

Psychological Science with People from Racially-Minoritized Groups

Cultural Heritages of Racially-Minoritized People in the United States

Gender Roles and Ethnicity

Migration

Mental Health Issues

Feminisms of Color

Chapter Summary

Suggestions for Further Reading

Key Terms

Chapter 6: The Intersection of Gender and Sexual Orientation

Queer Theory

Prejudice and Discrimination

The Intersectionality of Gender, Sexual Orientation, and Ethnicity

Topics in Development

Mental Health Among Sexual Minorities

What Explains Diversity in Sexual Orientation?

Chapter Summary

Suggestions for Further Reading

Key Terms

Chapter 7: The Psychology of Men and Masculinities

Masculinity Ideology and the Male Role

The Gender Role Strain Paradigm

The Male Role and Physical Health

Topics in Development

Gender Roles among Racially-Minoritized Men

Chapter Summary

Suggestions for Further Reading

Key Terms

Chapter 8: Lifespan Development

Infancy

Childhood

Adolescence

Adulthood

Later Adulthood

Chapter Summary

Suggestions for Further Reading

Key Terms

Chapter 9: Gender and Emotion

Gender Stereotypes About Emotions

Gender and Emotional Experience and Expression

Emotional Intelligence

Emotions Beyond the Binary

The Socialization of Gendered Emotions

Chapter Summary

Suggestion for Further Reading

Key Terms

Chapter 10: Abilities, Motivation, and Achievement

Physical & Athletic Abilities

Cognitive Abilities

Academic Achievement

Motivation: Situated Expectancy-Value Theory

Putting It All Together: The Gender Gap in STEM

Chapter Summary

Suggestion for Further Reading

Key Terms

Chapter 11: Gender and Work

Pay Equity and the Wage Gap

Gender Discrimination at Work

Workplace Climate

Leadership and the Glass Ceiling

Work and Family Issues

Chapter Summary

Suggestions for Further Reading

Key Terms

Chapter 12: Biology and Gender

Gender & Genetics

Prenatal Sexual Differentiation

Hormones

The Menstrual Cycle

Basic Physiological Processes

The Brain

Chapter Summary

Suggestions for Further Reading

Key Terms

Chapter 13: Gender and Sexuality

Physiology & Pleasure

Gender Differences and Similarities in Sexuality

Sexuality Across the Lifespan

Sexual Disorders

Treating Women’s Sexual Problems

Chapter Summary

Suggestions for Further Reading

Key Terms

Chapter 14: Psychology, Gender, and Health

Gender and Health Care

Gender and Infectious Disease

Psychological Aspects of Menstruation

Reproductive Justice & Health

Cancers

Gender Affirming Health Care

Chapter Summary

Suggestions for Further Reading

Key Terms

Chapter 15: Gender and Victimization

Rape and Sexual Assault

Intimate Partner Violence

Sexual Harassment

Human Trafficking

Child Sexual Abuse

Chapter Summary

Suggestions for Further Reading

Key Terms

Chapter 16: Gender, Psychological Disorders, and Psychotherapy

Depression

Suicide

Substance Use Disorders

Eating Disorders

Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder

Gender Dysphoria

Gender and Psychotherapy

Chapter Summary

Suggestions for Further Reading

Key Terms

Chapter 17: Retrospect and Prospect

Future Research

Feminism Revisited

Re-Visioning Theory

The Continuing Feminist Revolution and Backlash

Suggestions for Further Reading

Key Terms

Glossary

About the Author

This book is engaging and very well-written. The authors emphasize feminism as equality for everyone and highlight the importance of intersectionality.

Robin Kowalski

Clemson University

Key features

NEW TO THIS EDITION:

Incorporates new and cutting-edge research, including topics like gendered communication, developmental language disorder, stereotyping of cisgender and transgender individuals, and sexual prejudice.
Highlights a focus on contemporary issues with updates on the psychological impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, gendered patterns in ADHD, reproductive health post-Dobbs, and gender-based violence in diverse groups.
Places emphasis on intersectionality and diversity, exploring issues like minority stress theory, STEM achievement for diverse students, and educational disparities in K-12 and higher education.
Features reorganization and improved readability, with a more logical structure informed by over two decades of teaching experience and input from instructors and students.
Reflects updated language and inclusive content, aligning with current understandings of gender, ethnicity, and sexuality while weaving an intersectional approach throughout the chapters.

KEY FEATURES:

An intersectional approach integrated throughout reflects a more prominent force in gender and women’s studies that has made its way into psychology.
Chapter-opening outlines provide students with the structure of the chapter to aid in their cognitive processing.
Chapter-ending Experience the Research boxes give students active experiences with research in the psychology of women and gender through assignable exercises.
Focus boxes draw from research, theory, and case studies examining key issues in depth; topics range from health at the intersection of gender and ability, to gender diversity and athletics, and the politics of psychiatric diagnosis.
A marginal glossary in each chapter and a comprehensive glossary at the end of the book help students master the meaning of important terms in the field.
Chapter summaries and suggestions for further reading provide recaps and resources with brief descriptors for further exploration.

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Half the Human Experience +

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