Description
This study reports on the interrelations among several domains of gender typing (e.g., masculinity, sexualization, and sexism) as well as their relationships to self-esteem. A group of undergraduates (113 women and 54 men) between the ages of 18-42 were administered online questionnaires asking them about masculinity beliefs, internalized sexualization, sexist beliefs, and self-esteem. A positive relationship was found between masculinity beliefs and hostile sexism. Also, a positive relationship was found between sexualization through self-compromise and self-esteem. These findings differ from relationships found in adolescence, which suggests a developmental change that affects these beliefs in young adults. Implications for understanding gender development in emerging adults are discussed.
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- Gender Norms, Sexism, and Self-Esteem in College Students
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- Cobb, Macy Jean (Author)
- Martin, Carol (Thesis director)
- McKenney, Sarah (Committee member)
- Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor)
- Department of Psychology (Contributor)
- School of Life Sciences (Contributor)
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2013-12
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