Androgyny (OCR A-Level Psychology): Flashcards
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Androgyny definition
Androgyny definition
Displaying a balance of masculine & feminine traits
Androgyny & psychological well-being link
Androgyny & psychological well-being link
Having both traits = better equipped to adapt to range of situations
BSRI full name & purpose
BSRI full name & purpose
Bem Sex Role Inventory - measures androgyny
BSRI: Number & types of characteristics
BSRI: Number & types of characteristics
60 total: 20 masculine, 20 feminine, 20 androgynous
BSRI rating method
BSRI rating method
7-point Likert scale
BSRI pilot study sample size (validity)
BSRI pilot study sample size (validity)
Over 1000 participants - results matched self-descriptions
BSRI reliability type demonstrated
BSRI reliability type demonstrated
Test-retest reliability (similar scores after 1 month)
BSRI temporal validity limitation
BSRI temporal validity limitation
Developed 40 yrs ago - gender behaviours/norms now outdated
BSRI generalisability limitation
BSRI generalisability limitation
Developed using US sample - may not apply across cultures
BSRI subjectivity issue
BSRI subjectivity issue
Self-report method - subjective interpretations, social desirability
Challenge to androgyny = healthiest view
Challenge to androgyny = healthiest view
Masculine traits may be better adjusted (valued in Western culture)
Best approach for psychological health
Best approach for psychological health
Flexible approach - allows adaptation to new situations