Instead, I agree with later theories, such as the cognitive developmental theory. This perspective argues that “children are born more or less gender neutral” (Kimmel, 2013, p.93) and they learn or acquire their identity later in life, during their socialization process. Therefore, in my opinion, not only parental attachment or unconscious sex drive contributes to shape this identity, but a combination of factors, norms, and expectations from our socialization agents, such as schools, media, and other
Instead, I agree with later theories, such as the cognitive developmental theory. This perspective argues that “children are born more or less gender neutral” (Kimmel, 2013, p.93) and they learn or acquire their identity later in life, during their socialization process. Therefore, in my opinion, not only parental attachment or unconscious sex drive contributes to shape this identity, but a combination of factors, norms, and expectations from our socialization agents, such as schools, media, and other