The fact that relationships between parents and children are not gender-neutral but are fundamentally shaped by gender is informed by the _________________ perspective.

A) conflict theory
B) post-structuralist theory
C) queer theory
D) feminist theory

Feminist theory acknowledges that gender is a significant factor that shapes relationships between parents and children. This perspective recognizes that gender roles and expectations influence how parents interact with their children, with mothers often being expected to take on a nurturing role and fathers being expected to take on a provider role. Additionally, feminist theory also acknowledges how patriarchal structures can limit the roles and opportunities of both parents and children based on their gender.