Articles tagged with Gender
A new study finds that 81.75% of transsexual individuals experience physical aggression, while 31.16% face discrimination in the workplace, contributing to mental health concerns like depression and social anxiety.
A new study finds that family rejection increases the risk of suicide attempts and substance misuse among transgender adults by over 42% and 26%, respectively. The research suggests that family support and acceptance are crucial in mitigating these health outcomes.
Research shows that girls from countries with high levels of gender equality perform better in math, with an increase of 7.47 points relative to boys. The study found a significant positive correlation between the Gender Gap Index and math scores, suggesting that values on women's role in society play a crucial role.
A University of Michigan study found that women prefer smaller competition sizes, which may contribute to pay gaps and the underrepresentation of women in certain fields. Women feel more comfortable in smaller groups, where communal behaviors are more normative.
Researchers found that screens alone could convince participants of a robot's femininity, eliminating the need for physical shape changes. This discovery may help develop customized robots for specific roles and populations, enhancing user experiences.
Researchers found that respecting patient preferences for physician gender and clothing preferences can increase comfort during full-body skin cancer checks. These simple steps may lead to higher rates of skin cancer detection, ultimately saving lives.
Research found a fifth of families rely on the father as the sole full-time breadwinner despite growth in dual earning households and non-standard working patterns. The study suggests a shift towards gender balance but notes that societal infrastructure still promotes traditional models
Researchers discovered that people's stereotypes can alter brain activity when viewing faces, making them appear more in line with biased expectations. The study found specific patterns of visual bias and neural activation, confirming stereotypical associations with the US population.
A comprehensive review of scientific research on sexual orientation reveals that non-heterosexual feelings are a small but nontrivial percentage of the population across cultures. The study suggests that biological and environmental factors jointly influence sexual orientation, with no evidence to support social learning or increased p...
A study of international data reveals that girls are more anxious about mathematics and STEM subjects compared to boys, with factors other than performance driving the difference. The research also found that parental views on the value of mathematics for daughters and sons do not explain the gap in anxiety levels.
Researchers discovered that adults assume babies with higher-pitched cries are female and those with lower-pitched cries are male. This study highlights how early exposure to gender stereotypes can affect our perceptions of babies' needs.
A global study reveals that despite closing the education gap with men, women still face significant barriers to accessing quality jobs and government representation. Women have reached 91% of men's education levels but only 70% of their employment rate and 25% of political representation.
A new surveillance camera algorithm can process high-resolution 4K videos in real-time, detecting faces, genders, and approximate ages. The algorithm works 10 times faster than existing ones, enabling automatic monitoring and emergency situation identification without operator attention.
A recent study found that social connections peak at 25 years old for both men and women, with patterns shifting as individuals grow older. After 60s, social isolation increases, but older adults still use mobile technology less often than younger generations.
A study by Dawn Marie Dow reveals that middle-class African American mothers employ bias-preparation strategies to address the challenges their sons face in a society that often criminalizes black bodies. These strategies include managing daily interactions, emotional expression, and physical appearance to mitigate negative stereotypes.
A study by Dr. Jenny van Hooff found that men on Tinder often feel entitled to casual sex if their date is less attractive than expected. This can lead to a sense of betrayal and undermine intimacy. The researchers also discovered that dating apps have commodified relationships, making them more available but also more disposable.
Researchers found that employees' interpretations of policies can invalidate their purpose and contradict company norms, highlighting the need for clear communication and training on gender dynamics.
A study of 71 young men and women aged 16-18 found that despite discussing an equal give-and-take ethic, they often described performing oral sex on women as more distasteful and receiving as easier. This suggests a need for explicit focus on gender dynamics in sex education programming.
A recent study by Rutgers University researchers found that approximately 12% of apartments had bed bug infestations, with higher rates in African American homes. Women were more likely to report symptoms and express concern upon learning of infestations.
A study by the Endocrine Society found that transgender veterans have a fourfold higher rate of gender dysphoria compared to the general population. The study also showed high rates of depression, anxiety, PTSD, and substance abuse among these patients.
A leading doctor argues that doctors are failing to treat people with gender dysphoria, with one in five GPs refusing hormone prescriptions. The need for treatment is high, with a combined waiting list of over 5,000 people worldwide.
A randomized controlled trial found that education support, gender rights awareness, and livelihoods skills training significantly reduced child marriage rates. Girls participating in the program were also more likely to attend school and earn an income.
A new study found that gender stereotypes are as strong today as they were 30 years ago, with people believing men avoid traditional female roles. Despite greater diversity, participants continued to strongly stereotype men and women on personality traits, gender role behaviors, occupations, and physical characteristics.
Researchers find that companies with women on their boards are valued more highly by stock markets, but only because the best women have worked harder to get there. The study suggests that firms should apply equal standards for both men and women to select board members.
A study by UT Austin sociologist David Pedulla found that workers in part-time positions and those with mismatched employment histories face challenges in the labor market. Women employed below their skill level were penalized for appearing less competent, while men faced penalties for appearing less committed.
A recent study found that when people rate the attractiveness of gender-blended face morphs, they tend to judge them as less appealing if initially classified by gender. However, this effect only occurs when people are asked to categorize the face by gender before being shown the blended image
According to Matthew Logan, PhD, a retired police officer and psychologist, a small percentage of violent incidents involving the police dominate headlines. The article argues for greater public airing of the police perspective to provide a more balanced understanding of violence.
Gynaecologists propose permitting small surgical 'nicks' or minimalist procedures that change the appearance of young women's external genitalia without harming them. This compromise approach aims to uphold cultural traditions while safeguarding girls' and women's health and wellbeing. However, some experts disagree, arguing that such ...
A study at the University of Washington found that male students ranked their male classmates as more knowledgeable about course content, even when female students performed better. This gender bias was consistent across 11 different class surveys and could impact female students' perception of themselves in STEM fields.
Rising global temperatures may skew gender imbalance among the marine turtle population, according to new research. The sex of marine hatchlings is influenced by incubating temperatures, with warmer temperatures producing a higher number of female hatchlings.
The study found men's views and voices are represented more in online news than women's, while women appear proportionally more in images. Women feature more in fashion and entertainment articles, but are least present in sports and politics topics. The research highlights the marginalization of women's voices in the media.
A new study suggests that gender role and personality traits, rather than biological sex, are associated with the risk of recurrence of cardiovascular events in adults. Adults with traditionally feminine characteristics had a higher risk of recurrence, regardless of their biological sex.
A study funded by the National Science Foundation investigates whether prison visitation can reduce recidivism rates and examines gender, racial, and ethnic differences in these patterns. The research aims to provide policy recommendations for improving prison visitation practices.
The journal will publish evidence-based original research on the impact of biological sex on 21st century technology and human life. Topics include sex-specific differences in genomic and cellular function, synthetic biology, and technological advances.
A Dartmouth-Penn study finds that while male-dominated, the gender gap is closing in vision science, with a substantial generational difference in gender balance. The results suggest that younger generations have a smaller gap, but women still face higher dropout rates and underrepresentation in recognitions.
A new study found that 23% of youths with gender dysphoria possibly or likely had Asperger syndrome. The researchers recommend routine assessment of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in youth presenting to a gender dysphoria clinic for optimal clinical care.
A new study published in The Journal of Urology finds that female urologists earn approximately $76,000 less than men annually, despite a significant increase in women entering the field. Despite income disparities, female urologists report high levels of job satisfaction.
Research by American Psychological Association found that self-esteem tends to increase with age, but the gender gap is more significant in Western industrialized countries. The study analyzed data from over 985,000 men and women ages 16-45 from 48 countries, revealing that specific cultural influences shape self-esteem development in ...
A new study found that a three-step intervention can increase the likelihood of hiring women in STEM faculty positions, making up for the current dearth of women in the field. The results show search committees in the intervention group were 6.3 times more likely to make an offer to a woman candidate.
An experimental study found that an imbalanced gender ratio affects views about casual sex, with women more willing to engage in casual sex when they outnumber men. Men, on the other hand, tend to place less importance on casual sex and be more open to long-term commitment when there are more women than men.
The San Bernardino shooting is a rare example of a hybrid mass killing involving multiple shooters and a female perpetrator. Experts warn that such incidents are becoming increasingly common due to societal factors like lack of compassion and empathy.
A study by Meredith Chivers found that heterosexual women exhibit diverse patterns of sexual response to both male and female stimuli, challenging previous assumptions about heterosexuality. The research suggests a more nuanced understanding of the relationships between sexual identity, attractions and genital responses.
A new study by Rice University social scientist Erin Cech dispels the idea that women choose more flexible career fields due to plans to raise children, while men opt for provider-friendly roles. Most students did not consider their future family plans when making career decisions.
A Cornell University study found men will eat significantly more food in the company of women than other men, consuming 93% more pizza and 86% more salad. When dining with men, many women felt they overate and were rushed through their meal.
Researchers analyzed 20 years of data on S\¼P 1,500 firms and found that a firm's efforts to promote gender diversity in management may need to redouble once initial progress is made. This could result in women remaining an isolated minority in top management.
UCSB sociologist Sarah Thébaud's research reveals that family leave policies significantly influence women's entrepreneurial decisions and business outcomes. In countries with generous work-family policies, women are more likely to remain in traditional employment or switch careers, rather than relying on self-employment as a fallback....
A recent study by UC San Diego researchers found that young adults experience envy more frequently than older adults, particularly in regards to physical appearance and academic success. The study also revealed that men and women tend to envy someone of the same age group, with younger participants reporting envy over looks and romance.
A new study found that children as young as 5 years old have a strong sense of self-esteem, comparable to adults. Researchers developed a test to assess implicit self-esteem in preschoolers and discovered that they associate themselves more with positive words.
A new study spanning two generations in the US found that women have surpassed men in bachelor's-degree attainment and white-collar jobs, yet continue to earn less. Women have increased their mobility across generations better than men, leading to a gender revolution in education and job attainment.
A RAND Corporation study suggests that planned military drawdowns could harm service member diversity, particularly for women and minority groups. The study warns of potential adverse effects on recruitment and retention strategies.
A new study led by USC researcher Cleopatra Abdou found that people who encountered negative stereotypes in healthcare settings reported adverse effects, including hypertension, depression, and poor self-rated health. The researchers highlight the need for inclusive policies to reduce healthcare stereotype threat and promote health dis...
The study, which analyzed data from 3,320 CEO successions in China's Shanghai and Shenzhen stock exchanges, found that male-to-female succession tends to have lower postsuccession performance than same-gender succession. Companies with female CEOs also experienced higher early departure rates.
A new study found that acceptance of both male and female rape myths is associated with reduced likelihood to intervene when a friend is being sexually assaulted. However, only male rape myths had a negative relationship with the likelihood to help a stranger.
Researchers have found that drivers tend to discriminate based on race when stopping for pedestrians at crosswalks, with African-Americans experiencing a 32% longer wait time before yielding. The study, which controlled for age, clothing, and socioeconomic factors, suggests that implicit racial bias plays a role in driver behavior.
A three-step intervention increases hiring of female STEM applicants by 6.3 times, with women constituting 50% of those hired after its application to all STEM-faculty hiring at Montana State University. The approach is based on self-determination theory and aims to enhance competence, autonomy, and relatedness in the search process.
A new study from the University of Texas at Dallas found that matching levels of racial diversity between store employees and surrounding communities leads to improved sales performance. The research merged opposing views on diversity in the workplace, suggesting that both social identity theory and the information-based perspective ca...
Researchers found that faces expressing emotions, especially anger, have a powerful distractor effect on drivers' attention. This study emphasizes the need for authorities to consider this risk when designing road signage. By understanding how facial expressions impact driver behavior, we can better mitigate potential dangers.
A new study by Indiana University researchers finds that discrimination is directly linked to poor health outcomes among transgender adults. The study reveals that those who face more frequent and severe discrimination are at a higher risk of attempting suicide, abusing substances, and smoking cigarettes.
A new article chronicles a transgender patient's experience in an American emergency department, highlighting issues such as humiliation and misgendering. The study emphasizes the importance of respect and dignity in treating transgender patients, with key takeaways including asking about preferred address and pronoun use.
A report by EMBO examines the potential benefits and challenges of using gender quotas to achieve better gender balance in academia. The study suggests that quota systems, such as cascade models, can be effective in increasing female representation in higher academic positions.