Recently, Maddie, a 15-year-old female from the United States, has begun wearing more makeup and is choosing to wear dresses rather than jeans or tracksuits. What would a psychologist probably call this behavior?

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Gender-stereotypic behavior refers to behaviors, activities, and interests that are seen as typical or appropriate for a particular gender based on societal expectations and norms. Maddie's behavior of wearing more makeup and dresses is consistent with stereotypical feminine behavior, and thus falls under this category.

Recently, Maddie, a 15-Year-Old Female from the United States, Has