Articles tagged with Gender Studies
A recent study found that women fare better than men after surgical removal of a cancerous kidney, with fewer post-operative complications, including hospital deaths. However, women are more likely to receive blood transfusions related to their surgery due to the higher rates of bleeding during and after the procedure.
A study by BC-CfE and UBC found that safer indoor sex work spaces promote health and safety among street-based sex workers, reducing exposure to violence and HIV. These programs provide supportive housing, security measures, and health resources, increasing control over sex work transactions and improving relations with police.
A recent study from the Rotman School of Management found that dominant East Asians face workplace harassment and are often stereotyped as being non-dominant. The research highlights the importance of recognizing and challenging these prescriptive racial stereotypes to create a more inclusive work environment.
A new study found that black women leaders are expected to be assertive, unlike white men and women who are penalized for similar behavior. Black women occupy a unique space in leadership, separate from other groups, with their agency valued over traditional communal roles.
A new study by Queen's University Belfast reveals women face a higher risk of care home admission due to their partner's age. The research found that on average, women have partners who are approximately 5 years older, and those with limiting long-term illnesses were more likely to be admitted to care homes.
A study from Lund University found that women who eat high-fibre diets have a significantly lower risk of cardiovascular disease, with a 25% decrease compared to those on low-fibre diets. The researchers also discovered that men may not benefit from high fibre intake in the same way.
Researchers found that having a sibling with a stroke increases the risk of ischemic strokes by 64%, particularly in full siblings and half-siblings. The study suggests that lifestyle habits such as diet, exercise, and blood pressure control can be modified to reduce this risk.
Underage female drinkers face a growing risk of fatal car crashes, with risks now comparable to their male peers. The study found that young women are taking greater risks on the road, and that efforts to curb distracted driving may be necessary.
A study by Universidad Carlos III de Madrid found that workplaces with a high percentage of women in management positions adopt more individualized employee feedback, democratic decisions, and establish more interpersonal channels of communication. This is attributed to the distinct behavior of men and women leaders in society.
A new study led by Michigan State University sociologist Zhenmei Zhang investigates the racial gap in dementia, revealing that blacks are four times more likely to experience mild cognitive impairment than whites. The research aims to identify windows of opportunity for intervention and reduce disparities.
A University of Leicester study found that long periods of sitting increase the risk of type 2 diabetes in women, with higher levels of insulin and inflammatory chemicals detected in sedentary individuals. The research highlights the importance of reducing sitting time for women to prevent chronic disease.
A new study reveals girls outperform boys in arithmetic, with superior verbal skills as the key factor. Girls excel in tasks like simple subtraction and complex multiplication, while also demonstrating better language skills.
A Rhode Island Hospital study found that presentation formats, presenter characteristics, and patient characteristics significantly impact decision-making for patients with asymptomatic carotid stenosis. The study showed that qualitative formats without numbers or statistics led to higher surgery choices, while younger age, male gender...
A new Harvard study found that children who don't conform to traditional gender roles are more likely to experience physical, psychological, and sexual abuse. Researchers also discovered that these individuals are at a higher risk of developing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) by early adulthood.
A new study from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute shows that men and women faculty are retained at the same rate, except in mathematics departments where women depart sooner. The median retention rate for all university professors is just 11 years, highlighting a significant challenge for universities.
A study shows that unemployment stress is more closely tied to local green space than age, income, or deprivation. The presence of parks and woodland in economically deprived areas can help people cope with job losses and reduce cortisol levels.
Research published in Postgraduate Medical Journal reveals significant variations in pass rates for UK medical graduates in MRCOG Part 1 and Part 2 written examinations. Doctors from top-performing medical schools like Oxford and Cambridge had higher pass rates compared to those from lower-performing schools like Southampton and Wales.
A new University of Georgia study reveals the gender wage gap has decreased sharply over 30 years, with a decline of nearly 50%, after accounting for common biases in survey data. The research found that men and women tend to underestimate income when reporting on someone else's behalf.
A recent study found that male doctors, those working in group practices, and those repeatedly seeing the same patients are at higher risk of burnout. The research used a validated measure to assess emotional exhaustion, depersonalisation, and reduced personal accomplishment among 564 GPs.
A Queen's University study found historic legal rulings failed to promote the rights of people with disabilities, in contrast to racial and gender-based protections under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. The researcher analyzed 1986-2004 cases to identify unequal treatment against individuals with disabilities.
A Stanford University School of Medicine study analyzing electronic medical records found that women report more intense pain than men across virtually every disease category. The researchers identified significant differences in pain intensity for conditions such as fibromyalgia, migraine, acute sinusitis, and cervical spine disorders.
A new study by the University of British Columbia finds that monogamous marriage has lower levels of crime, violence, poverty, and gender inequality compared to polygynous societies. The study suggests that institutionalized monogamy reduces male competition, leading to improved child welfare and increased gender equality.
A recent study of employed mothers reveals that most would work even if they didn't have to, citing benefits for themselves and their children. The research highlights the importance of finding a balance between work and parenting, with women emphasizing the need for fulfillment over guilt.
A new study by the Johns Hopkins Center for Injury Research and Policy found a significant decline in pediatric drowning hospitalizations, with rates decreasing 51% from 1993 to 2008. The study suggests that public efforts to reduce drowning risk, such as pool fencing and swim lessons, may have contributed to this decrease.
A Northwestern University study shows that India's affirmative action law for village councils has a positive impact on young women's aspirations and behavior. The law gave girls direct role models, leading to increased attendance at school and reduced household chores, as well as improved attitudes toward higher education goals.
A Queen's University study found that men prefer sons while women want daughters, despite cultural norms of gender neutrality. The results suggest an intrinsic desire to leave a legacy, with men envisioning this through male heirs.
A study from Northwestern University found that banned technical swimsuits played a significant role in the unprecedented number of world records set in swimming during the 2009 world championships. The suits were suspected of reducing drag, improving buoyancy, and compressing muscles, leading to enhanced performance.
A recent study examines the explanations for the math 'gender gap' and finds that many hypotheses fail to hold up. The research suggests that sociocultural factors, such as education and school attendance patterns, contribute to country-specific differences in boys' and girls' mathematics performance.
A recent international data analysis on school mathematics performance found that social and cultural factors, not biology, contribute to the math-gender gap. Countries with better gender equity have higher math scores for both boys and girls.
A new study by the American Sociological Association found that health disparities among young US adults have grown substantially since 1980. The study suggests that as younger generations grow older and replace previous cohorts, the gap between healthy and unhealthy individuals will continue to widen.
Research reveals a growing health disparity among US young adults born since 1980, peaking at middle age before declining in old age. The study attributes the widening gap to factors like income inequality, obesity crisis, and digital divide, which are expected to worsen as younger generations replace older cohorts.
A recent study by Columbia Business School reveals that men's natural overconfidence in their past performance contributes significantly to the lack of female representation in upper management positions. The researchers found that while both men and women exhibit similar tendencies to exaggerate their performance, men consistently rat...
A new RAND Corporation study reveals a 10-fold increase in retail clinic usage between 2007 and 2009, driven by factors such as age, health status, income, and proximity. Retail clinics are found to be more effective for managing simple acute conditions like upper respiratory infections and ear infections.
Researchers found that willingness to take risks in competition increases until age 50, with men slightly more willing than women. The study of over 800 adults aged 25-75 showed a parallel trajectory for both genders across the lifespan.
A recent study found that women having a coronary angioplasty (PCI) procedure have more health issues compared to men. However, the study did not find that they had a higher mortality rate after the procedure.
Current and former smokers face impaired pancreatic duct cell function and increased risk of colorectal cancer, even after quitting. Women are more susceptible to these risks than men, highlighting the need for early smoking cessation as part of treatment plans.
A new study published in Psychological Science found that an individual's sexism leads to gender inequality in society, with the largest study to date examining 57 countries. The research suggests that changing individual attitudes is crucial for achieving greater equality.
A recent study by Erin Cech found that women engineering students develop less confidence in their engineering expertise and career fit compared to men, leading to lower persistence rates. The study suggests that subtle biases and cultural ideologies contribute to this issue.
In the study, men edged out women by 0.11 points on a theoretically perfect score of 5.0, but only excelled with other male raters, highlighting that men's humor prowess is largely driven by social dynamics rather than inherent traits.
A new Scripps Health study aims to fill the knowledge gap on idiopathic human diseases by using whole genome sequencing to determine their causes. The study, dubbed IDIOM, will include up to six participants and collaborate with other medical centers to share key findings.
A recent study suggests that women's hearts are more prone to damage from small blood vessels rather than major arteries, leading to misdiagnosis and adverse events. Researchers are working to develop new diagnostic methods and treatments tailored to female heart disease patterns.
A new study from the University of California at Merced found that adolescent girls with obesity have a significantly higher risk of developing elevated systolic blood pressure than their non-obese peers. Obesity was not as strongly linked to high blood pressure in boys, who were still more likely to develop it but to a lesser extent.
A study of 300 post-menopausal women found that obesity was associated with improved cognitive performance, particularly in memory and language tasks. The researchers propose that estrogen released from fat cells may play a protective role in preserving cognition.
This study examines how immigrant domestic workers are transforming childcare methods, moving away from intense motherhood towards shared motherhood. The research highlights the need for policymakers to adapt family and gender equality policies to accommodate diverse forms of motherhood.
A UCLA study found that hysterectomized women have higher brain iron levels than non-hysterectomized women, comparable to men. This may explain why men develop age-related neurodegenerative diseases earlier than women. The research suggests that reducing peripheral iron levels could lower disease risk and improve brain health.
A recent study published in the American Sociological Review found that adolescents are more susceptible to drinking habits of their romantic partner's friends than their own friends or significant others. This influence can be either positive or negative, depending on whether the partner's friends drink heavily.
Researchers at Case Western Reserve University found that African-American women develop functional health challenges earlier than others, with a faster rate of reported physical limitations. This disparity is linked to intersectional factors such as gender, race/ethnicity, education, and socioeconomic status.
A study by Concordia University and the University of Manitoba found that most boys aspire to have an average physique rather than an idealized, lean, or muscular body. The research suggests that boys are critical of unrealistic beauty standards and view sculpted bodies as unnatural.
A review of 31 studies found that people born after World War II are more likely to binge drink and develop alcohol use disorders. The gender gap in alcohol problems is narrowing in many countries, highlighting the need for specific public health prevention and intervention efforts.
Research finds racial differences in head and neck cancer disparities can be traced to access to care barriers, including insurance and socioeconomic factors. African Americans are more likely to receive radiation therapy and have worse five-year survival rates than Caucasians.
A study from Henry Ford Health found that HPV-positive laryngeal cancer patients have better survival rates and respond better to treatment than those without HPV. The research suggests a link between HPV infection, age, and changes in sexual behavior with younger generations.
Research finds that women are less likely than men to use suicide methods that disfigure the face or head. Men are nearly twice as likely as women to have used such methods, suggesting a potential gap in understanding and prevention strategies for gender-specific risk factors.
A study of 30,077 STEMI patients found that the gender gap in treatment and mortality has not diminished over two time periods. Adherence to guidelines needs to be increased for women with STEMI to improve prognosis.
A study by Indiana University and Cornell University reveals that overworking is partly responsible for the slowdown in narrowing the gender wage gap. Women face more family obligations, limiting their availability for high-demand occupations, which often require long work hours.
Research suggests working moms who expect they can't do it all are more likely to experience depression, while those with a balanced view show fewer symptoms. Working mothers who express supermom attitudes that work and home lives can be blended without tradeoffs have higher levels of depression.
A new study published by the American Psychological Association found significant sex differences in mental illness prevalence, with women more likely to develop anxiety and depression. Men, on the other hand, are more prone to substance abuse and antisocial disorders. The study's findings suggest that treatment approaches for men and ...
A study from North Carolina State University reveals that work experience primarily benefits men in finding new jobs through social connections. Women, despite having work experience, do not reap the same social benefits and are no more likely to find a job through informal recruitment than formal searches.
Research by University at Buffalo professor Lora Park found that women who prioritize romantic goals over academic pursuits exhibit less interest in STEM fields. Women's socialization to be romantically desirable conflicts with traditional masculine scripts for intelligence and achievement, leading to decreased math and science interests.
A study published in PLOS Genetics found that there are significant differences in metabolites between men and women, which may lead to the development of gender-specific treatments for certain diseases. The researchers used metabolomics and genetic data to identify key biomarkers, paving the way for new therapeutic approaches.
Research by Christine Cheng and Margit Tavits found that the gender of party gatekeepers plays a crucial role in selecting female candidates for political office. Women are more likely to be nominated when local party presidents are also women, as this sends an encouraging signal to potential female candidates.