Hegemonic + hyper masculinity Flashcards
1
Q
What is hegemonic masculinity?
A
The most dominant form of masculinity
2
Q
What are traits of hegemonic masculinity?
A
- Distance themselves from femininity
- Restrict emotions
- Be tough + aggressive
- Be seem as highly sexual with women
- Prove their heterosexuality
3
Q
How do men feel about hegemonic masculinity?
A
They feel that its harmful + these traits arent the most fulfilling way to lead their lives
4
Q
How does the media boost hegemonic masculinity?
A
It perpetuates these definitions + still construct texts that reinforce these old + conventional definitions of masculinity
5
Q
What is hyper masculinity?
A
Sociological term denoting exaggerated forms of masculinity, virility, + physicality
6
Q
What are the 3 characteristics associated with hyper masculine personality?
A
- The view of violence as manly
- The perception of danger as exciting + sensational
- Callous behaviour toward women + being emotional displays as feminine
