Brian notices his 16-month-old son, Mikey, playing with his sister's dolls. Brian says, "Oh, Mikey, you don't want that," takes the doll away, and hands Mikey a toy truck instead. This interaction illustrates the process of:

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This interaction is an example of gender socialization, where Brian is teaching Mikey societal and cultural gender norms by encouraging him to play with toys that are stereotypically associated with boys (like trucks) instead of dolls, which are often associated with girls.

Brian Notices His 16-Month-Old Son, Mikey, Playing with His Sister's