Sandra Bem

Sandra Bem was a psychologist best known for her work on gender roles and stereotypes. She developed the concept of gender schema theory, which explains how people understand and develop ideas about what is appropriate for men and women based on societal influences. Bem also created the Bem Sex-Role Inventory, a tool to measure how individuals identify with traditionally masculine or feminine traits. Her research highlighted how cultural expectations shape gender behavior and emphasized the importance of flexibility and diversity in gender roles, contributing to greater awareness and acceptance of gender differences.