Articles tagged with Gender Studies
A recent study of over 6,000 Germans found that women earn less than men overall, but the pay gap narrows in industries with higher proportions of male employees. The research reveals insights into the complex factors driving gender pay disparities.
A study using data from the Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results database found that married individuals had better survival prospects than divorced or widowed people. The researchers developed a nomogram to predict 3-5 year survivals, with marital status being one of several independent prognostic factors.
New research by Professor Susan Harkness reveals that motherhood earning penalties have a significant impact on the economic wellbeing of single mothers. The study found that labour market penalties, cost of partner absence and child-related increases in financial needs combine to negatively affect single mothers' income.
Research reveals a significant gender gap in gig economy workers' schedules, with men conducting more classes per week and in the evenings. The study's findings suggest that this disparity is linked to women's domestic responsibilities and age, highlighting the need for companies to address gender inequality.
A new study by Bocconi University researchers found that Google searches are an effective tool to track and predict domestic violence, especially in crisis situations. The study analyzed keywords related to domestic violence and found a positive correlation with calls to the Italian helpline and emergency number.
Researchers found that people are less morally outraged when gender discrimination occurs due to an algorithm rather than direct human involvement. The study's findings have broader implications for efforts to combat discrimination and may affect how companies are held liable.
A multidisciplinary study by the University of Minnesota found that girls and boys show similar rates of concerns for autism spectrum disorder when screened earlier. The research identified subtle differences in core symptoms but corrected for these biases to reveal a 'high concern' group with an equal sex ratio.
A new study found that teams with stable hierarchies exhibit cooperative speaking patterns, while unstable or unspecified hierarchies lead to competitive interruptive patterns. Team gender composition also plays a role, with majority-female teams benefiting from cooperative patterns and all-male teams from competitive patterns.
Women led a larger proportion of articles in top-cited samples and saw an increasing trend in publication rates over time. Gender disparities were observed across dental disciplines, countries, authorship positions, and time period.
Researchers found that board gender diversity is positively associated with firms' social commitment to human rights, product responsibility, and community engagement. Having female directors can indicate a company's commitment to creating a positive social impact.
Researchers analyzed data from over 1.3 million patients and found females experience ear, nose, and throat issues, mood disorders, and fatigue, while males are more likely to suffer from renal disorders. Sex-disaggregated research is crucial for effective therapies and public health interventions.
A recent study found that women's desire for leadership roles has remained unchanged over the past 60 years, with a persistent gap in aspirations. The researchers analyzed data from leadership studies and found that even without systemic discrimination, women are less likely to express interest in leadership positions.
Menopause is often perceived as a hormone deficiency, but experts argue this can lead to negative expectations. Instead, a more nuanced approach emphasizes the positive aspects of menopause, such as freedom from menstruation and reduced symptoms. Normalizing ageing and celebrating women's strengths can also improve experiences.
Youth substance use declined during the COVID-19 pandemic, as teens had limited access to peers and substances due to stay-at-home orders. This reduced risk of substance use is attributed to increased social isolation from peers, which may have a negative impact on mental health.
A recent study of Polish teens reveals that even teachers trying to counteract gender stereotypes in the classroom can end up reinforcing them. The research observed 34 classes and found that teachers' responses to students' stereotypical behavior often perpetuated these same biases.
Researchers found that zinc ion serves as a master-regulator of various processes in sperm to facilitate fertilization. Zinc helps maintain sperm in the non-capacitated state, preventing premature capacitation during artificial insemination.
A study by Inga Popovaitė suggests that women may be better suited for long-term space missions due to their positive and supportive leadership style. Women tend to focus on mutual support, motivation, and a positive environment, which can be beneficial in extreme situations where interpersonal conflicts can jeopardize team success.
Researchers from Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg found that people with the Impostor Phenomenon devalue their objectively measured performance and attribute positive results to external causes. The study showed no relation between actual intelligence or performance and self-reported degree of Impostor Phenomenon.
A study of North American settlers in the St. Lawrence Valley found that female marriage ages increased while male marriage ages decreased due to a male-skewed sex ratio. The findings suggest that this demographic imbalance had significant effects on union formation and population dynamics.
A study by researchers at Hebrew University found that couples who synchronize their physiology and behavior during a first date are more romantically attracted to each other. The degree of synchrony also affects men and women differently, with women being more sexually attracted to 'super-synchronizers'.
A study by Myriam Mariani and colleagues finds that having an inventor parent multiplies a girl's chances of becoming an inventor by 13, but this advantage disappears if the second child is a boy. This perpetuates gender inequality in STEM fields.
A new study reveals that girls' mental wellbeing increased by 28% during the pandemic compared to pre-pandemic years, while boys showed no significant change. Gender differences were observed among all income groups, with more pronounced effects in lower-income families.
Research by Cornell University found that women directors employ various tactics to manage the 'double bind' of expectations for warmth and competence. These tactics include diversifying conversations, clarifying perspectives, and amplifying their expertise to achieve specific aims.
New Cornell University research finds that women experience more frustration when praised for collaborative qualities than men, who are expected to be assertive. The study suggests that positive gender stereotypes can backfire and have negative emotional consequences for women in the workplace.
Adding diffusion-weighted MRI to conventional MRI enhances the differentiation of locally recurrent tumor and post-surgical fibrosis in pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma resection. The study found higher sensitivity with DWI, facilitating earlier detection of recurrences.
A new study in Nepal reveals that the desire for a son can lead to shorter breastfeeding durations for girls, resulting in a greater risk of infant mortality. The research found that girls with only older sisters had the shortest breastfeeding duration.
New research finds that journalists and laypersons describe racial and gender inequalities in terms of disadvantage, while wealth inequality is described in terms of advantage. The framing of inequalities is linked to their perceived legitimacy, with illegitimate inequalities being framed more strongly as disadvantages.
A recent study found that increased gender equality in higher education is linked to lower female prison admission rates compared to males. The study also discovered that gains in labor force participation and political representation contributed to the decline in disparities.
The Institute for Gender and the Economy's new report emphasizes the importance of prioritizing care and the caring economy in research and policymaking. The report identifies key gaps in data collection and analysis, including the lack of information on unpaid care, temporary, and migrant care workers.
A study of 21,083 adults found that coffee consumption is associated with raised cholesterol levels, with brewing methods such as espresso showing the widest gender difference. Drinking 3-5 daily cups of espresso was linked to increased serum total cholesterol, particularly among men.
A new study uses machine learning to analyze temperament data from 4,438 babies to classify their age and gender. While algorithms struggle to distinguish between infants under 48 weeks old, accuracy improves as they age, suggesting that gender differences in infancy become more apparent around this time.
Heads of State and Government meeting at the United Nations' global conference on land called for immediate action to stem life and livelihood losses due to desertification, land degradation, and drought. The Abidjan Call urges prioritizing drought relief and committing to achieving land degradation neutrality by 2030.
Researchers analyzed changes in gender-affirming surgery across US regions between 2008-2017, finding that policy shifts and insurance coverage significantly influenced surgical rates. The study suggests a positive correlation between increased insurance coverage and higher rates of gender-affirming surgery.
A new report emphasizes the need to divert girls and women from custodial sentences into community alternatives, citing concerns about stigma, criminalization, and systemic failures. The research highlights the experiences of imprisoned women from care and those in care with youth justice system contact.
A new study in Heart Rhythm reveals that only 12% of clinical electrophysiologists are women, with significant disparities in representation compared to other cardiologic specialties. The study highlights the need to recruit and retain more women in electrophysiology to improve patient care.
A study led by Richard Isaacson found that individualized, multi-domain interventions improved cognition and reduced Alzheimer's risk in both men and women. Women demonstrated greater improvements in certain risk scores and biomarkers compared to men.
Researchers used AI technologies to conclude that male characters are four times more prevalent in literature than female characters. The study's findings also showed that the discrepancy between male and female characters decreases under female authorship.
A UTD professor's study found that men's rudeness toward others, including women, can obscure the recognition of sexism. The study suggests that a perception of gender blindness can lead observers to view the perpetrator as not sexist, even when they are displaying sexist behavior.
A study of 330 family members found significant posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms three months after their loved ones' hospitalizations. Family members with higher PTSD symptom levels reported more distrust of healthcare providers.
A recent study by Cornell University researchers found that women's earnings drop substantially after childbirth, with the gap widening across all education levels. The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated this issue, making it more challenging for mothers to restart their careers and leading to worse hiring prospects and wage penalties.
New research reveals that women with strokes often exhibit generalized symptoms such as confusion and weakness, potentially leading to delayed diagnoses. Women also face worse post-stroke outcomes, including increased institutionalization rates, compared to men.
A study found that liberals and conservatives read dominance signals differently in the faces of men and women, with conservative biases against women's faces. The researchers suggest that this perception may be rooted in evolutionary psychology and traditional social hierarchies.
A Rutgers-led study found that women who experience fewer orgasms during sex tend to expect and desire less pleasure, perpetuating the 'orgasm gap' in relationships. The research suggests increasing women's expectations for orgasm can help break this cycle and improve overall sexual satisfaction.
A University of Essex study found that people subconsciously attribute happiness to women and anger to men, with emotion influencing sex perception more than vice versa. The research suggests this bias may be an evolutionary advantage.
A study on women-only Alcoholics Anonymous meetings in Brazil found that participants experienced rejection and loneliness due to social stigma. The women-only format provided a safe space for self-expression and reclaimed dignity, differing from mixed meetings where men-focused testimonials prevailed.
A new study by researchers at New York University found that people tend to prioritize men when referring to individuals in general. The study analyzed over 630 billion words from internet web pages using artificial intelligence tools to measure word meanings.
A new study reports breakthrough bleeding and other period symptoms in non-menstruating individuals after COVID-19 vaccination, highlighting the need to include gender-diverse people in vaccine research. The study found that one-third of respondents reported breakthrough bleeding, with some experiencing significant mental health impacts.
New research by Bocconi University professors Francesco Decarolis and Paolo Pinotti finds women bureaucrats are significantly less corrupt and face lower risks of investigation and arrest. They attribute this to a defensive, risk-averse attitude among female officials.
A recent study found that child abuse investigations by Child Protective Services (CPS) do not necessarily prevent poor sexual health outcomes in adolescent girls. In fact, the researchers discovered that girls who underwent investigation were more likely to experience adverse sexual health outcomes, including STIs and pregnancy, befor...
A new study found that women's health research is disproportionately focused on reproductive years, particularly pregnancy, leaving few articles on major causes of illness and death. Non-communicable diseases, such as cancer and cardiovascular disease, are poorly covered in women's health publications.
A study of 318 physicians found that female physicians spent an average of 5.81 hours per day on the EHR, compared to 5.23 hours for male physicians. This disparity was observed even outside of work hours and among different specialties.
A study by Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health reveals that income loss during COVID-19 significantly increases menstrual product insecurity, with lower-income and less educated individuals most vulnerable. The pandemic's impact on menstruation management challenges underscores the need for health and social policy legi...
A new NYUAD study reveals that a 'masculinity contest culture' can discourage women's participation and advancement in intellectually demanding fields. The research suggests that promoting a culture of free exchange and openness can help make workplaces more inclusive.
A study finds that extreme heat is associated with a significant increase in cardiovascular mortality, particularly among men and non-Hispanic Black adults. The researchers analyzed data from over 3,100 counties in the US and found that each additional day of extreme heat was linked to an average of 600-700 additional deaths per year.
A UK-based study surveyed 425 doctors, finding that both male and female overestimated the proportion of women in various roles. However, men who made this mistake showed significantly lower support for gender-equality initiatives. The research highlights the need to address these misconceptions to achieve progress toward gender equali...
A study by Washington State University found that both young men and women who hold gender stereotypes are more likely to engage in sexual coercion when exposed to alcohol ads featuring objectified female models. Women who want to emulate the models are also more prone to coercing without using alcohol.
Researchers from UNH and UNO found a significant gender pay gap in executive severance compensation, with male executives receiving up to $500k more than female counterparts. The study highlights the impact of bias on severance agreements and suggests that this can discourage women from seeking executive roles.
New research at MU shows that women's use of humor is perceived differently than men's, with factors like status and target influencing judgments. Women who use humor directed towards a man are seen as positive, but those targeting a lower-status woman are viewed negatively.
A Swedish study published in Occupational and Environmental Medicine found that victims of sexual and gender-based harassment in the workplace are at a higher risk of prescribed psychotropic medication. The study analyzed over 23,000 participants and found a 20% increase in medication use among those who experienced harassment.
A recent review of 104 studies found that certain interventions can successfully support women's empowerment and gender equality in fragile and conflict-affected settings. However, few interventions had positive effects on attitudes towards women, intimate partner violence, or women's participation in decision-making processes.