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Self-perceived age changes in sex role self concept.

J T Puglisi

    International Journal of Aging & Human Development
    |January 1, 1983
    PubMed
    Summary

    This study explored sex role self-concept changes across adulthood. Findings suggest masculinity decreases in later life for both men and women, with limited evidence of sex role convergence.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychology
    • Sociology
    • Gerontology

    Background:

    • Understanding age-related changes in gender roles is crucial for adult development research.
    • Previous theories suggest potential shifts in sex role self-concept over the lifespan.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the hypothesis of sex role convergence in adulthood.
    • To examine age-related changes in sex role self-concept among men and women.

    Main Methods:

    • Prospective/retrospective study design.
    • Utilized the Bem Sex Role Inventory for self-assessment.
    • Recruited young, middle-aged, and older adults (N=123).
    • Assessed self-perceived sex role identity at ages 20, 45, and 70.

    Main Results:

    • Consistent patterns of self-perceived sex role changes observed across age groups.
    • Both men and women reported high masculinity in middle age (projected 45).
    • Masculinity decreased in later life (projected 70) for both genders.
    • Marginal evidence for sex role convergence found only in middle-aged respondents' projections.

    Conclusions:

    • Sex role self-concept shows dynamic changes throughout adulthood.
    • A decline in masculinity is a common trajectory in later life for both sexes.
    • The hypothesis of significant sex role convergence in later life was not strongly supported by this study.

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