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Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Sociology
  • Gender Studies

Background:

  • Men's gender role-related distress is influenced by systemic and interpersonal factors.
  • Bronfenbrenner's ecological model offers a framework to understand these influences.
  • Qualitative research is needed to explore these dynamics in diverse occupational settings.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To apply Bronfenbrenner's ecological model to understand men's gender role-related distress.
  • To explore the impact of cultural masculinity notions on men in nontraditional occupations.
  • To identify systemic and interpersonal influences shaping men's self-perceptions.

Main Methods:

  • Exploratory qualitative study utilizing the constant comparison method.
  • Analysis of multiple interviews with men in nontraditional occupations (elementary educators, medical support staff).
  • Thematic analysis to identify interwoven influences on gender role development.

Main Results:

  • Cultural expectations of masculinity influenced hiring, workplace interactions, and job scope for men in nontraditional roles.
  • Participants' experiences reinforced traditional masculinity notions and affirmed its value in their occupations.
  • Interlocking systemic and interpersonal factors shaped participants' sense of self as men.

Conclusions:

  • Bronfenbrenner's ecological model effectively frames the complex influences on men's gender role-related distress.
  • Cultural masculinity norms significantly impact men in nontraditional occupations, affecting their professional lives and self-identity.
  • Further research should explore interventions to mitigate negative impacts of traditional masculinity on men's well-being.