The SAGE Encyclopedia of Psychology and Gender: An Innovative Exploration

Edited by Kevin Nadal, The SAGE Encyclopedia of Psychology and Gender is a groundbreaking exploration of the intersection of gender and psychology, encompassing topics that resonate across disciplines and inform our everyday lives. This comprehensive resource delves into issues of gender, identity, and psychological processes at both the individual and societal levels, examining topics such as the intersection of gender with developmental processes throughout the lifespan, the evolution of feminism and the men’s movement, the impact of gender on psychological outcomes and behavior, and more.

Featuring contributions from experts across a variety of disciplines, this encyclopedia offers insights into the psychology of gender through the lens of developmental science, social science, clinical and counseling psychology, sociology, and more. It provides librarians, students, and professionals with ready access to up-to-date information that informs some of today’s key contemporary issues and debates.

Some of the questions this encyclopedia aims to address include:

• What is gender nonconformity?
• What are some of the evolutionary sex differences between men and women?
• How does gender-based workplace harassment affect health outcomes?
• How are gender roles viewed in different cultures?
• What is third-wave feminism?

This comprehensive resource spans 2064 pages and is published by SAGE Publications, Inc. It is available in hardcover format and was published on July 25, 2017. The ISBN-10 is 1483384284, and the ISBN-13 is 978-1483384283. The dimensions of the book are 9.7 x 7 x 12.5 inches.