Sociocultural Factors: Sociocultural factors encompass the social norms, cultural expectations, and societal influences that shape individuals' beliefs and behaviors related to gender.
Symbolic Meanings: Symbolic meanings refer to the significance or interpretation assigned to something based on shared cultural understandings or representations. In understanding gender differences, symbolic meanings play a role in shaping societal expectations for male and female behavior.
Cultural Expectations: Cultural expectations involve the norms and values within a particular society or culture regarding how males and females should behave or perform certain roles. These expectations influence gender differences by shaping individuals' attitudes and behaviors.