The New Science of Sex Difference. Issue 4 (21st March 2013)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Wade, Lisa
• Is Part Of: Sociology compass. Volume 7:Issue 4(2013)
• Page Start: 278
• Page End: 293
• Publication Date: 2013-03-21
• Subjects: Socioology -- Periodicals; 301
• DOI: 10.1111/soc4.12028
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1751-9020

Abstract

<abstract abstract-type="main" xml:lang="en"> <title>Abstract</title> <p>While scientists across the academy have abandoned the nature/nurture dichotomy, evidence for the influences of society on our biology is greater than ever. This article reviews new developments in the biological sciences – in the sub‐fields of genetics, hormones, and neuroscience – with special attention to the implications for sociologists interested in gender. The article closes with an argument that embracing these developments has both theoretical and methodological promise and can enhance rather than harm research and activism regarding gender equality and other social hierarchies.</p> </abstract>