Gender Roles and Internalized Sexual Stigma in Gay and Lesbian Persons: A Quadratic Relation |
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| Authors: | Marco Salvati Jessica Pistella |
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| Institution: | Department of Social and Developmental Psychology, Faculty of Medicine and Psychology, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy |
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| Abstract: | Purpose: No previous research has deeply investigated the association between gay men and lesbians’ adherence to gender roles and their internalized sexual stigma. This study suggests a potential non-linear correlation between these factors. Methods: Seventy-five gay men and 70 lesbians responded to self-report questionnaires. Hierarchical multiple regression analyses were conducted to investigate linear, quadratic, and exponential models and to determine which model best explained the correlation. Results: The quadratic model best explained the correlation, showing no gender differences. Conclusion: Adherence to gender roles constitutes a relevant factor in predicting internalized sexual stigma. |
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| Keywords: | Gender roles internalized sexual stigma gay and lesbian health masculinity |
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