“As Nature Made Him” Gender Studies Analysis
hoose three influences on David/Brenda’s gender identity.
Choose one example the demonstrates the power of each theory of the development of gender identity: 1)
gender essentialism, 2) gender environmentalism, 3) gender constructivism. Discuss and explain all three of
these theories and how your example demonstrates the power and/or limitation of each one. In your opinion,
which factor of the three you discuss had the most power?
Cite your sources using APA style and include a bibliography. This includes any quotes from Colapinto (2001) –
they must also be cited according to APA style.
Your analysis must be spell checked, well written, and support your statements with additional resources. You
must cite your sources using the APA citation style. If