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[Sexist relationships in Generation X and Millennials]
Juan Francisco Rubio-Laborda1, Pilar Almansa-Martínez2, María Del Mar Pastor-Bravo2
1Departamento de Enfermería, Universidad de Murcia, Murcia, España.
Atencion Primaria
|March 18, 2021
Summary
Millennials exhibit higher rates of online sexist violence and risky behaviors compared to Generation X. Alcohol and drug use significantly increase the prevalence of online violence for both generations.
Area of Science:
- Sociology
- Psychology
- Criminology
Background:
- Technological advancements have introduced new avenues for interpersonal interactions and potential conflicts.
- Understanding generational differences in the manifestation of online gender-based violence is crucial for developing targeted interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify and compare features of sexist violence across different technological generations: Millennials and Generation X.
- To analyze the association between generational groups and specific online risk patterns and forms of violence.
Main Methods:
- A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted with 1269 social network users in Spain, divided into Millennials (19-38 years) and Generation X (39-54 years).
- Participants were in romantic relationships and completed a questionnaire assessing social media use, experienced and perpetrated gender violence, and related variables like substance use and demographics.
Main Results:
- Millennials showed a significant association with risk patterns including phishing, sexting, flaming, false offers, cyberstalking, and webcam hijacking (p<0.05).
- Violence suffered was associated with flaming and sexual coercion in Millennials. Alcohol and drug consumption increased risky activities and violence perpetration/suffering (p<0.05).
- Women reported higher pressure in sexual activities and fear from partners.
Conclusions:
- The Millennial generation exhibits higher risk patterns and engagement in online gender violence compared to Generation X.
- Substance use (alcohol and drugs) exacerbates online violence perpetration and suffering across generations.
- Gender disparities are evident, with women experiencing violence related to sexual coercion and fear.
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