A Queer Eye On Masculinity: The Impact of Traditional Masculinity Norms and Gender Norm Perceptions on Gay Men’s Attitudes Towards Transgender Individuals

Lawson, Marie (2024) A Queer Eye On Masculinity: The Impact of Traditional Masculinity Norms and Gender Norm Perceptions on Gay Men’s Attitudes Towards Transgender Individuals. Bachelor thesis, Psychology.

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Abstract

The present quasi-experimental study (N = 144) investigates whether and how traditional masculinity endorsement and perceptions of gender norms impact gay men's attitudes toward transgender individuals. The experiment, which was conducted online, involved assessing participants' endorsement of traditional masculinity as well as experimentally manipulating their gender norm perception by either confirming the steadfastness of traditional masculinity or suggesting a feminization of masculinity norms. Finally, the experiment measured attitudes toward transgender people. The findings support the precarious manhood hypothesis, suggesting that gay men who endorse traditional masculinity hold more negative opinions toward sexual minorities, in this case, transgender people. Exposure to experimental conditions and the interaction effect between the endorsement of masculinity and gender norms were not significant, highlighting the complex nature of attitude formation regarding trans identities. Theoretical implications emphasize the compensatory character of masculinity, as well as highlight the need for measures to promote a more inclusive LGBTQ+ community. Practical implications that advocate for measures that address the negative consequences of masculinity endorsement, as well as theoretical implications and future research directions, are discussed.

Item Type:	Thesis (Bachelor)
Supervisor name:	Borinca, I.
Degree programme:	Psychology
Differentiation route:	None [Bachelor Psychology]
Date Deposited:	17 Jan 2024 14:26
Last Modified:	17 Jan 2024 14:26
URI:	http://gmwpublic.studenttheses.ub.rug.nl/id/eprint/2993

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