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Type A behavior pattern: a new insight to gender challenges in higher education
1School of Science and Technology, National Open University of Nigeria, Lagos, Nigeria. agbujane2005@yahoo.com
Psychology, Health & Medicine
|September 14, 2010
Summary
This study found that female postgraduate students exhibit higher Type A behavior patterns than males, suggesting a link between this behavior and potential coronary heart disease risks in academic settings.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Health Psychology
- Behavioral Medicine
Background:
- The Type A behavior pattern, marked by competitiveness and impatience, is debated for its link to coronary heart disease.
- Research has explored Type A behavior across demographics, but less is known about its prevalence in postgraduate students.
- Understanding gender differences in Type A behavior is crucial for targeted health interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the incidence of Type A behavior pattern among male and female postgraduate students.
- To compare Type A behavior scores between genders in an academic population.
- To explore the implications of observed gender differences in Type A behavior.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional study was conducted with 208 postgraduate students (104 males, 104 females) at the University of Lagos, Nigeria.
- Participants were randomly selected and ranged in age from 25-50 years.
- The Type A Behavior Pattern Scale (TABS) was used to measure behavior patterns and associated variables.
Main Results:
- Female postgraduate students scored higher on the TABS total score (54.98) compared to males (51.98).
- Females also exhibited higher mean scores in sub-categories: hard driving (F=16.99, M=15.50), time urgency (F=20.32, M=19.05), and job pressure (F=17.76, M=16.56).
- Statistical analysis revealed significant differences between genders in total Type A Behavior Scale Total (TABT) scores (p < 0.05) and the 'hard driving' sub-scale (p < 0.05).
Conclusions:
- Female postgraduate students display a more pronounced Type A behavior pattern than their male counterparts.
- These findings suggest potential gender-specific risks related to Type A behavior and cardiovascular health in academic environments.
- The results highlight the need to consider gender dynamics and the pursuit of equity in understanding psychological stress and health outcomes.
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