Gender stereotypes are generalized views about gender behavior and traits. Stereotypes can be descriptive (how people do) or prescriptive (how they should). They are divided into communion (nurturing) and agency (competitive) themes
Morality is the distinction between appropriate and improper behaviors. Derived from Latin 'moralitas', meaning manner and character. Evolved from ancient societies' code of conduct. Modern morality shaped by social norms, science, and technology
Gender roles are socially accepted behaviors based on sex. Gender roles vary across cultures and by race/ethnicity. Gender roles traditionally keep women in private sphere, men in public
A boy refers to a male child from birth to adulthood. The word "boy" originates from Middle English "boi" and Germanic roots
Marriage is a culturally and legally recognized union between spouses. Monogamy involves one spouse throughout life or serial monogamy. Polygamy includes more than two spouses, polygyny for men and polyandry for women. Child marriage occurs when spouses are under 18 years old
Japanese people are generally supportive of breastfeeding. Breastfeeding is more socially acceptable than in Australia. No judgment is made about breastfeeding practices