5 Reasons Why Pointlessly Gendered Products Are a Problem
Gendered products aren’t just a gag. They’re a ubiquitous and aggressive ideological force, shaping how we think, what we do, and how much money we have.
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How to Convince Men to Help the Poor
New research finds the key to a successful fund-raising campaign is convincing them that their self-interest is aligned with your cause.
The Science of Sex? Men Think and Women Feel
That's the message a sex education teacher is sharing with her students in Ohio.
Plus-Sized Fashion and the Sociologist’s Gaze
In a new book, Amanda M. Czerniawski details how the fashion industry objectifies plus-sized models. But can sociologists avoid doing the same?
The Supreme Court’s ‘Hobby Lobby’ Ruling Isn’t a Women’s Health Issue
It’s a private health issue. And it affects us all.
A Way for Feminism to Overcome Its ‘Class Problem’
A growing body of research indicates that there are few other interventions that improve the economic prospects and work-life balance of women workers as much as unions do.
The Woman in Red Is Seen as a Threat by Other Women
New research confirms that the color red sends a signal of sexual availability.
Why Do Men Dislike Erotica for Women So Much?
William Giraldi’s attempt to pan Fifty Shades of Grey is just the latest in a long line of hollow critiques dating back to Elinor Glyn and the genre’s origins.
Solving the Sign Problem for Gender-Neutral Bathrooms
One writer proposes a simple solution that shouldn't offend anyone.
An Evolutionary Explanation for Fear of Female Promiscuity
Researchers in England find a link between sexual morality and women’s economic dependence on men.