Americans see gender differences, but are mostly split on whether these differences are based on biology or on societal expectations

Home Research Topics Other Topics Gender

November 30, 2017

1. Americans are divided on whether differences between men and women are rooted in biology or societal expectations

Americans see gender differences, but are mostly split on whether these differences are based on biology or on societal expectations

Download

Americans see gender differences, but are mostly split on whether these differences are based on biology or on societal expectations

Attachment Info

1. Americans are divided on whether differences between men and women are rooted in biology or societal expectations
Men and women disagree about what’s behind gender differences in some key areas
Democrats are more likely than Republicans to point to societal reasons for gender gaps
Among those who say men and women parent differently, more than half say this is a good thing
Women, Democrats more likely to say society is not accepting enough of nontraditional gender roles

1615 L St. NW, Suite 800
Washington, DC 20036
USA
(+1) 202-419-4300 | Main
(+1) 202-857-8562 | Fax
(+1) 202-419-4372 | Media Inquiries

Research Topics

ABOUT PEW RESEARCH CENTER Pew Research Center is a nonpartisan fact tank that informs the public about the issues, attitudes and trends shaping the world. It conducts public opinion polling, demographic research, media content analysis and other empirical social science research. Pew Research Center does not take policy positions. It is a subsidiary of The Pew Charitable Trusts.

About

Terms & Conditions

Cookie Settings

Reprints, Permissions & Use Policy

Feedback

Careers