Werd, Emma van (2025) Societal Perceptions of Masculinity's Role in Emotional Expression and Suicidal Ideation Risk. Bachelor thesis, Psychology.
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Abstract
This study examines how societal perceptions of traditional masculinity (TM) and progressive masculinity (PM) influence emotional expressivity (EE) and suicidal ideation (SI). Globally, men exhibit higher suicide rates than women, a phenomenon often linked to TM norms such as emotional repression. TM is a type of masculinity that highlights values such as dominance, stoicism, emotional repression, and self-reliance. A new form of masculinity is emerging named PM, where values as EE, caring, and interdependence are emphasized. Examining the difference between both masculinities may help identifying risk factors for SI among men. In this experimental study, data was collected from 419 participants through an online survey. Masculinity type (TM vs. PM) was manipulated, and participants assessed EE and SI likelihood. No difference in perceived SI likelihood was observed between masculinity types, but gender differences were evident, with women perceiving TM more likely to experience SI than men. PM was perceived as significantly showing more EE than TM. There was found no gender difference or mediation effect of EE. The study emphasizes the societal implication that men’s mental health challenges need to be more openly addressed and less stigmatized.
| Item Type: | Thesis (Bachelor) |
|---|---|
| Supervisor name: | Aksu, A. |
| Degree programme: | Psychology |
| Differentiation route: | None [Bachelor Psychology] |
| Date Deposited: | 25 Feb 2025 11:01 |
| Last Modified: | 25 Feb 2025 11:01 |
| URI: | http://gmwpublic.studenttheses.ub.rug.nl/id/eprint/4715 |
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