Marriage Dynamics and Gender Disparities: A Critical Analysis of High-IQ Women's Challenges in Contemporary Society
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https://doi.org/10.47611/jsrhs.v13i4.7838Keywords:
Marriage, High-IQ, gender-role, high-IQ women, partner selection, gender disparities, marital dynamicsAbstract
In today's society, high-IQ women encounter intricate challenges in marriage, affecting their careers, income, and personal contentment. This essay delves into how societal norms, wage dynamics, and family obligations contribute to potential setbacks for these women. Post-family formation, adherence to traditional gender roles can lead to wage reductions, steering high-IQ women towards prioritizing family duties over career progression. This shift often results in income loss and missed opportunities. Balancing work and family responsibilities can heighten stress and job dissatisfaction, impacting marital dynamics. Power imbalances within marriages influence job satisfaction and stress levels, complicating partner selection for high-IQ women. By examining mate preferences and the obstacles faced in finding compatible partners, the need for societal changes to empower women in marriages is underscored. Advocating for policies supporting working mothers and challenging gender norms can promote true gender equality and empowerment.
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