How does gender affect friendships?
What will be an ideal response?
A good answer would include the following key points:
- Boys and girls in middle childhood increasingly prefer same-gender friendships.
- Male friendships are characterized by groups, clear dominance hierarchies, and restrictive play.
- Female friendships tend to involve one or two close relationships, equal status, and a reliance on cooperation.
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