Glossary F
Glossary F
FemCap refers to a reusable silicone barrier vaginal contraceptive that comes in three (3) sizes.
Feme sole refers to a single woman, whether divorced, widowed, or never married.
Feminine psychology is a term according to Horney that refers to a revision of psychoanalysis to encompass the psychological conflicts inherent in the traditional ideal of womanhood and women's roles.
Femininity is defined as the ideal cluster of traits that society attributes to females. Femininity refer to gender traits associated with being expressive and communal (examples are: valuing interpersonal and spiritual development, being tender, sympathetic, and concerned about the well-being of others.
In the psychology context, feminist refers to a perspective or approach that applies feminist theories and principles to understand psychological phenomena. Feminist psychology critiques traditional research methods and theories that have historically overlooked or misrepresented women's experiences and contributions. It aims to address gender biases, promote equality, and incorporate the diverse experiences of women (and men) in psychological research, theory, and practice. This approach emphasizes the importance of considering gender, along with other intersecting identities such as race, class, and sexual orientation, in understanding human behavior and mental health.
Feminist criminology refers to a developing intellectual approach which emphasizes gender issues in the subject matter of criminology.
Feminist theory refers to the theory that argue that personality and identity are socially constructed.