Emotions of Women and Men – Similarities – Differences – Development

The article presents a survey of empirical studies and meta-analyses on the similarities and differences in the emotionality of women and men. Women’s and men’s emotions are analyzed in terms of their experiencing and expression. Special attention is paid to emotions connected with caring and aggression. Differences and similarities are presented in different age groups.

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