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Misconceptions of homophobia.

J W Plasek, J Allard

Journal of Homosexuality

|January 1, 1984

Summary

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This study examines social reactions to homosexuality, questioning its "master status trait" and highlighting research gaps. It calls for empirical observation within the social construction of reality model for better sociological understanding.

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Area of Science:

Sociology
Social Psychology
Deviance Studies

Background:

Social reactions to homosexuality are analyzed within mainstream sociology and social psychology.
Existing research is examined for its linkage to general theories of deviance.
Homosexuality is classified as an attitudinal object (person, trait, collective characteristic).

Purpose of the Study:

To link social reactions to homosexuality with general theories of deviance.
To question the assumption of homosexuality as a "master status trait".
To identify problems in attitudinal research on homosexuality and propose future directions.

Main Methods:

Analysis of recent studies and social reaction data concerning homosexuality.
Categorization of investigation foci: cognitive stereotypes, perceived threat, and management of homosexuality.

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Main Results:

Identified overemphasis on cognitive elements and neglect of affective/behavioral elements in attitudinal research.
Noted potential for reification of homophobia due to research imbalances.
Highlighted confounding of cognitive/affective dimensions and assumed attitude stability.

Conclusions:

Emphasized the need for concrete observations of responses in diverse social settings.
Called for study of disclosure processes in homosexuality.
Advocated for grounded empirical observations within a "social construction of reality" model.