Because he believes that crying is a feminine trait,14-year-old George has difficulty admitting that a movie makes him tearful.His experience best illustrates the impact of
A) sex chromosomes.
B) androgyny.
C) gender schemas.
D) culture shock.

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Gender schemas refer to the cognitive structures that organize gender-related information and influence an individual's understanding and expression of gender. In this case, George's belief that crying is a feminine trait is an example of a gender schema shaping his behavior and emotions.

Because He Believes That Crying Is a Feminine Trait,14-Year-Old George