social norms
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The Sociology of the Body: How Society Shapes Our Physical Existence
In classical sociology, the body was often viewed as a passive object — a biological vessel through which social life occurred. But contemporary sociologists argue otherwise: the body is deeply social. From how we walk, eat, dress, and move to…
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How Society Shapes Gender Roles and Expectations
Gender roles have been part of human societies for centuries, shaping how people behave, what they do, and how they see themselves and others. These roles—traditionally assigning specific tasks, traits, and expectations to men and women—are deeply rooted in cultural…