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Everything changes but nothing changes: gender stereotypes in the Italian population
Rosana Carvalho Silva1, Marika Vezzoli1, Valentina Menesello2
1Department of Molecular and Translational Medicine, University of Brescia, Brescia, Italy.
Archives of Women'S Mental Health
|February 6, 2024
Summary
Gender stereotypes persist across various life domains in Italy, impacting beliefs regardless of gender or education level. These ingrained beliefs can unconsciously hinder individuals, even successful women.
Area of Science:
- Social Psychology
- Sociology
- Gender Studies
Background:
- Gender stereotypes are widely shared beliefs about men and women.
- These beliefs influence societal behaviors, relationships, education, and careers.
- Previous Italian studies had small sample sizes and limited age ranges.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the current prevalence and impact of gender stereotypes in the Italian general population.
- To investigate stereotypes across six key life domains: games, jobs, personality, home activities, sports, and moral judgments.
Main Methods:
- An online survey was conducted from October 2022 to January 2023.
- 1854 participants residing in Italy completed questionnaires on sociodemographics and gender stereotypes.
- Statistical analyses, including principal component analysis, were used to evaluate the data.
Main Results:
- Gender stereotypes significantly influenced respondents' beliefs across most investigated fields.
- Stereotypes were prevalent across different age groups, genders, and educational backgrounds.
- No significant gender differences were found in stereotypes related to home/family, games, or moral judgments, indicating universal impact.
Conclusions:
- Gender stereotypes remain prevalent and pervasive in Italy across multiple domains.
- These stereotypes are deeply ingrained and can be unconsciously internalized, potentially sabotaging individuals.
- The study highlights the need for continued efforts to address and dismantle persistent gender biases.
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