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What it means to be a man: Measuring the extent between self-reported toxic masculine beliefs and social anxiety levels in college men aged 18 to 25.
Giuzio Carvalho Macedo, Daphne (2023) What it means to be a man: Measuring the extent between self-reported toxic masculine beliefs and social anxiety levels in college men aged 18 to 25.
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| Abstract: | Introduction: This thesis explores the relationship between toxic masculine antecedents and social interaction anxiety among college men aged 18 to 25. Objective: The objective of this study was to examine the impact of self-reported toxic masculine antecedents on social interaction anxiety in college men aged 18 to 25. Method: The study utilizes a quantitative research design and collects data from a sample of college men aged 18 to 25 through self-report measures. Multiple regression analysis was used to examine the associations between various toxic masculine antecedents and social interaction anxiety. Results: The findings reveal significant relationships between certain toxic masculine antecedents and social interaction anxiety. Restrictive emotionality emerges as a significant predictor, indicating that higher scores on emotional restriction are associated with higher levels of social interaction anxiety. Similarly, avoidance of femininity is found to have a significant association with social interaction anxiety. Higher scores on avoidance of feminine traits are associated with lower levels of social interaction anxiety. However, the study does not find significant associations between social interaction anxiety and the importance of sex, toughness, dominance, and negativity towards homosexuality. Practical Implications: Understanding the relationship between toxic masculine antecedents and social interaction anxiety can have practical implications for addressing mental health challenges among college-aged men. This knowledge can guide the development of interventions or strategies to mitigate the negative impact of toxic masculinity on social interaction anxiety. Conclusion: In conclusion, this study provides insights into the relationship between toxic masculine antecedents and social interaction anxiety among college-aged men. It highlights the significance of restrictive emotionality and avoidance of femininity as predictors of social interaction anxiety. The findings contribute to our understanding of the impact of toxic masculinity on mental health and suggest potential areas for further research in this field. |
| Item Type: | Essay (Bachelor) |
| Faculty: | BMS: Behavioural, Management and Social Sciences |
| Subject: | 05 communication studies |
| Programme: | Communication Studies BSc (56615) |
| Link to this item: | https://purl.utwente.nl/essays/95463 |
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