Gender

On thursday we talked about gender and how it impacts family functioning. We looked at all the magazine ad's. We talked about how it's a mothers responsibility to inform the daughters and sons that real life is not like the magazine ad's. I was disgusted when I saw the ads. I cannot believe that people think women should look and act like the women in magazines. I am proud to say that the women in my life are not like that. My mother taught me that I am perfect the way I am and as long as I am happy with myself then I shouldn't worry about what others think. I think mothers have a strong influence on the views of their family. My mom is very independant and strong. Therfore, that is the kind of women I am growing up to be. Also, my brother sees women as individuals and not objects. I really hope that I will be that kind of mother to my children too. I think that families can grow stronger by taking about issues of body image. I think if the children are having a tough time then the family should address it together. This subject was very helpful in seeing how the media impacts families. I have only really thought of it impacting individuals but it makes sense that it would impact families also. In the future i think this subject will really help when working with families because once they feel better about themselves, they can address other issues affecting their families.