The textbook describes research findings revealing that parents are more likely to talk about emotions with girls than with boys, which may cultivate greater empathy in women.This supports the __________ theory that men are _______________into being more physically aggressive.

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The research findings described suggest that it is cultural factors, rather than innate biological ones, that lead to gender differences in empathy. Specifically, girls are socialized to be more in touch with their emotions, and parents may encourage this through conversations about emotions. This contrasts with the cultural expectation that boys be tough and less emotional, which could contribute to the idea that aggression is more acceptable for boys. Therefore, the answer is cultural (as opposed to evolutionary or emotion-based) and socialized (as opposed to forced or nurtured).

The Textbook Describes Research Findings Revealing That Parents Are More