Societal Perceptions on Masculinities, Emotional Expressivity, and Intimate Partner Violence

Stal, Ilse ter (2025) Societal Perceptions on Masculinities, Emotional Expressivity, and Intimate Partner Violence. Bachelor thesis, Psychology.

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Abstract

Masculinity norms shape societal expectations of men’s behavior, affect their emotional expressivity (EE), and likelihood of engagement in intimate partner violence (IPV). Traditional masculinity (TM) values dominance, stoicism, and emotional suppression, traits linked to higher prevalence of IPV and inequitable relationships. In contrast, progressive masculinity (PM) promotes openness, care, and interdependence, which are associated with reduced IPV tendencies and improved interpersonal outcomes. In the current study, we explore societal perceptions of men’s likelihood to express emotions and participate in IPV based on their adherence to TM or PM. We expect that TM men are perceived as more likely to engage in IPV and less likely to express emotions compared to PM men. Additionally, we investigate a mediational effect of EE on masculinity and IPV and whether men and women differ in their perceptions on these topics. Using a 2x2 experimental design (N = 418), we manipulated masculinity type (TM vs. PM) and looked at societal perceptions of IPV likelihood and EE. Our findings showed that TM men are viewed as more likely to engage in IPV, while PM men are seen as more emotionally expressive. Gender differences or a mediation effect were not found in this study. Theoretical and practical implications are discussed.

Item Type:	Thesis (Bachelor)
Supervisor name:	Aksu, A.
Degree programme:	Psychology
Differentiation route:	None [Bachelor Psychology]
Date Deposited:	25 Feb 2025 10:59
Last Modified:	25 Feb 2025 10:59
URI:	http://gmwpublic.studenttheses.ub.rug.nl/id/eprint/4714

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