Perceptual Differences in Gender Ideals among Heterosexual and Homosexual Males and Females.

Hellwege, Dennis R.; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ388139

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Publication Date: 1988

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Perceptual Differences in Gender Ideals among Heterosexual and Homosexual Males and Females.

Hellwege, Dennis R.; And Others

Sex Roles: A Journal of Research, v19 n11-12 p735-46 Dec 1988

Investigates the relationship between sexual orientation and perceptions of self, ideal male, and ideal female using the Androgyny scale of the Bem Sex Role Inventory with 144 college students. Findings include the fact that homosexuals were less likely than heterosexuals to stereotype their perceptions. (FMW)

Descriptors: College Students, Females, Femininity, Homosexuality, Lesbianism, Males, Masculinity, Multivariate Analysis, Personality Measures, Psychological Studies, Self Concept, Sex, Sex Differences, Sex Role, Sex Stereotypes, Sexual Identity, Sexual Orientation, Sexuality, Young Adults

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Assessments and Surveys: Bem Sex Role Inventory

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