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I believe that the research paper that the paradox is from expressed it the other way around: It's more like the more oppressive a country is, the more likely

I believe that the research paper that the paradox is from expressed it the other way around: It's more like the more oppressive a country is, the more likely women will enter STEM. The reasoning is that in harsher places, women will try to maximize benefits for themselves and family and enter STEM fields.

hunglee2 4y ago
yes, I believe yours is the better phrasing on the point I was hoping the make. Thanks
cycomanic 4y ago
Note that the results are somewhat debated, for example see here https://dynomight.net/gender-equality-paradox/ https://dynomight.net/gender-equality-paradox/ for a summary.