... out conformity. Girls who are labelled as "tomboys" are seen to be going through a phase which will soon end when they realise that being feminine is much more "natural" and "acceptable". Boys who take an interest in dolls, cooking, housework etc. are labelled "cissies" and are often told to "behave like a man". Through the media many children's cartoons are stereotyped, generally the main action "hero ... " is male being portrayed as having dangerous and exciting adventures, rescuing girls and animals, being dominant, active and brave, compared to females as they ... ...

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