How to introduce a gender perspective in health research?
A gender perspective on health is an approach that recognises and addresses biological (sex), social and cultural (gender) differences in health and illness. It aims to change the way research and health professionals, institutions and health systems work to reduce inequalities and improve health for all.
Glossary
Sex: Biological characteristics defined in chromosomal complement, reproductive organs and physiological functions that classify humans and animals.
Gender: Refers to the idea that "feminine" and "masculine" are variable and contextual social constructs. It is a system of relations that establishes social norms and practices, as well as a set of symbols that influence our ideas and representations. This system sustains inequality in power relations and access to resources and life opportunities.
Gender identity: : Intimate and individual experience that each person has of his or her own sex and gender, which each subject feels and self-determines, whether or not it corresponds to the socially associated gender.
Sexual orientation: Tendency of a person to feel sexual and affective attraction for people of the same gender or another gender.
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