Citation

Adams DF, Behrens E, Gann L, Schoen E. J. Am. Coll. Health 2016; 65(2): 139-147.

Affiliation

Department of Psychiatry , University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2016, Informa - Taylor and Francis Group)

DOI

10.1080/07448481.2016.1264406

PMID

27902888

Abstract

Sororities have been identified as placing young women at risk for body image concerns due to a focus on traditional gender role norms and objectification of women.

OBJECTIVE: This study assessed the relationship between conformity to feminine gender role norms, self-objectification, and body image surveillance among undergraduate women. PARTICIPANTS: In a random sample of undergraduates, the authors examined data from sorority and nonsorority women.

METHODS: In a random sample of undergraduate women, the authors assessed the impact of traditional feminine gender role norms on self-objectification, body image, and feedback regarding physical appearance for sorority and nonsorority undergraduate women.

RESULTS: Three linear regressions were conducted, and only conformity to feminine gender role norms contributed significantly in each regression model.

CONCLUSIONS: Regardless of sorority membership, conformity to feminine gender role norms was found to significantly contribute to increased body consciousness, negative body image, and feedback on physical appearance.

Language: en