Children's perceived differences between mothers and fathers, and their perceived roles were examined in several countries. In all groups, mothers are seen as predominantly concerned with domestic duties, while fathers are seen as occupying positions of higher status and playing authority/leadership roles in the family. (AOS)

A study of British adolescents was conducted. Though no sex differences were found for personal adjustment, females experienced more conflict over sex-role issues. Subjects who experienced the highest levels of sex-role conflict also experienced more problems in personal adjustment when they perceived themselves as deficient in…

This article considers the issue of recruitment of men into primary teaching, with particular reference to the early years of schooling. The latest UK statistics reveal that there are 27,000 male primary teachers and 141,000 females. However there are disproportionately greater numbers of male head teachers. The presence of men in this environment…

Explores the tensions and interactions among four 13-year-old boys in a British secondary classroom. Suggests that the boys subscribe to a hegemonic ideal of masculinity that celebrates autonomy as the individualized rejection of dependence in relationships in school. Relates this to broader changes in available social texts. (MJP)

Highlights the impact of recent state and employment changes upon the young British working class in vocational training. Argues that the displacement of work by vocational training is creating new and contradictory formations of masculine identities. Focuses on a group of low-achieving, white, working-class males' responses to this new context.…