Legit Parenting
Legit Parenting
Craig Knippenberg, LCSW, M.Div.
Oh Barbie : Unraveling Gender Roles: An Analysis of Society and Media Influence
51 minutes Posted Nov 3, 2023 at 6:00 pm.
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A riveting discussion as we scrutinize and dissect traditional gender roles and the impact of media on our perceptions of beauty, using popular culture and film as our roadmap. We are also thrilled to share insights from my new book, Shame-Free Parenting – a manual that's empowering parents everywhere.

Diving into the meat of the matter, we analyze the science of gender differences - from steroids to neurological distinctions - and the way these aspects have been portrayed in films. We further reflect on the influence of marketing tactics and media in shaping beauty standards, and how this can affect our teens negatively.  Drawing from this, we discuss the complexity of gender roles and their ramifications on our society.

 We shed light on societal stereotypes, their roots, and how they impact our children. We end on a heartfelt note, examining the concept of grief and the significance of creating a safe, shame-free environment for our kids.