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R L Terry1

  • 1Department of Psychology, Hanover College, Indiana.

Optometry and Vision Science : Official Publication of the American Academy of Optometry
|October 1, 1989
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Men wearing eyeglasses may face negative judgments but gain positive task-related attributes, while women wearing them may only receive negative social judgments. This study explores gender stereotypes and perceptions of eyeglasses in hiring interviews.

Area of Science:

  • Social Psychology
  • Impression Formation
  • Gender Stereotypes

Background:

  • Impression formation during hiring interviews is influenced by various factors, including appearance.
  • Gender stereotypes can impact judgments of job applicants.
  • The role of accessories like eyeglasses in social perception is not fully understood.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate how eyeglasses affect impressions of male and female job applicants.
  • To examine the association between eyeglasses, gender stereotypes, and task-relevant traits.
  • To understand potential biases in hiring based on appearance.

Main Methods:

  • Participants rated videotaped stimulus persons (SPs) on stereotypical and task-relevant traits.
  • SPs were either male or female and either wore eyeglasses or did not.

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  • Data analysis focused on trait ratings based on SP gender and eyeglasses condition.

    • Main Results:

    • Eyeglasses, particularly on male SPs, were linked to feminine stereotypes and positive task-relevant attributes.
    • Men wearing eyeglasses received mixed judgments: negative social perceptions alongside redeeming task-relevant attributes.
    • Women wearing eyeglasses were primarily associated with negative social judgments.

    Conclusions:

    • Wearing eyeglasses can lead to complex social judgments, varying by gender.
    • Men with eyeglasses may be perceived as less masculine but more competent.
    • Women with eyeglasses may face predominantly negative social evaluations, potentially hindering hiring prospects.