Reference Group Identity Dependence Scale: A Measure of Male Identity.

Wade, Jay C.; Gelso, Charles J.

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ERIC Number: EJ569821

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1998

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Reference Group Identity Dependence Scale: A Measure of Male Identity.

Wade, Jay C.; Gelso, Charles J.

Counseling Psychologist, v26 n3 p384-412 May 1998

Develops a measure of male identity based on Wade's theory of Male Reference Group Identity Dependence. The Reference Group Identity Dependence Scale (RGIDS) assesses feelings of psychological relatedness to other males. Undergraduate males (N=344) completed the RGIDS. Discusses findings in terms of implications for the theory and future research on men and masculinity. (Author/MKA)

Descriptors: Attitude Measures, Dependency (Personality), Higher Education, Identification (Psychology), Interpersonal Relationship, Males, Reference Groups, Research Opportunities, Self Concept, Sex Role, Undergraduate Students, Validity

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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Note: Special topic: "Male Reference Group Identity Dependence." For related articles see CG 552 456-461.