Development and Validation of the Masculine Behavior Scale: A Measure of Behaviors Stereotypically Attributed to Males vs. Females.

Snell, William E., Jr.

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Publication Date: 1989

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Development and Validation of the Masculine Behavior Scale: A Measure of Behaviors Stereotypically Attributed to Males vs. Females.

Snell, William E., Jr.

Sex Roles: A Journal of Research, v21 n11-12 p749-67 Dec 1989

Develops and validates the Masculine Behavior Scale (MBS) which is an objective self-report instrument designed to measure the following behavioral tendencies stereotypically imputed more to males than to females: (1) restrictive emotionality; (2) inhibited affection; (3) success dedication; and (4) exaggerated self-reliance. Analyzes scale's validity and discusses sex differences. (JS)

Descriptors: Affective Behavior, Analysis of Variance, Behavior Patterns, Behavior Rating Scales, Females, Males, Masculinity, Measures (Individuals), Rating Scales, Reliability, Self Evaluation (Individuals), Sex Differences, Sex Stereotypes, Success, Validity

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Language: English

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