If “Women are Wonderful,” Why is there Sexism? (Gender Subtypes)

In this video, we’ll discuss attitudes and feelings that people have about gender, the discrimination-affect paradox, and how the concept of gender subtypes can help explain that paradox.
The “Women Are Wonderful” Effect: The global category “women” is rated more positively than the global category “men.”
The Discrimination-Affect Paradox: People have a generally positive view of women, yet gender-based discrimination (sexism) is widespread.
Gender Subtypes (or Subgroups): More specific social categories that make up the global category “women.”