Measurement of masculinity ideologies: A (critical) review.

• DOI: 10.1037/a0038609
• Publication Date: 2015-02-02T16:32:12Z
• Authors: Edward H. Thompson; Kate M. Bennett
• Keywords: 5. Gender equality; 05 social sciences; 0501 psychology and cognitive sciences; 10. No inequality

Over the 20 years since Thompson and Pleck’s review of masculinity measures, much has changed with respect to measurement ideologies. In this review, we examine theoretical foundations psychometric properties measures We frame a brief discussion 2 distinct conceptualizations ideologies, then provide synopsis 16 that meet our selection criteria: have been used in empirical studies 1995, were published peer-reviewed psychology or gender-related journals, contain full presentation properties, are not study-specific modifications earlier scales, focus directly indirectly on show there now generations measures. The 1st focuses hegemonic, traditional ideologies North America. 2nd-generation theorizes local masculinities explicitly recognizes different groups individuals hold standards. These begun map geography for men birth cohorts, life stages, social classes, sexual orientations, cultures, racial/ethnic communities. conclude by suggesting is value 3rd generation capture changing face men’s gendered lives.