“Masculine Guys Only”: The effects of femmephobic mobile dating application profiles on partner selection for men who have sex with men

Miller, Brandon; Behm-Morawitz, Elizabeth

doi:10.1016/j.chb.2016.03.088

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“…The accounts that contained a femmephobic comments in their bio descriptions were perceived differently across the variables when compared to profiles without femmephobic profiles (Miller & Behm-Morawitz, 2016). However, the characteristic of physical attractiveness was not affected by the profile description which was hinted to suggest that "much of the social capital seems to be placed on appearance and materiality" (Miller & Behm-Morawitz, 2016). The separation of physical attractiveness and femmephobia is distinct in that femmephobia is more characteristic of one's personality than one's appearance.…”

Section: Femmephobic Expansion Through Dating Profilesmentioning

confidence: 96%

“…The factors of consideration were physical attractiveness, intelligence, sexual confidence, masculinity, and dateability (Miller & Behm-Morawitz, 2016). The accounts that contained a femmephobic comments in their bio descriptions were perceived differently across the variables when compared to profiles without femmephobic profiles (Miller & Behm-Morawitz, 2016). However, the characteristic of physical attractiveness was not affected by the profile description which was hinted to suggest that "much of the social capital seems to be placed on appearance and materiality" (Miller & Behm-Morawitz, 2016).…”

Section: Femmephobic Expansion Through Dating Profilesmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…The separation of physical attractiveness and femmephobia is distinct in that femmephobia is more characteristic of one's personality than one's appearance. The profile user's perceived masculinity was also unaffected (Miller & Behm-Morawitz, 2016). An unaffected masculinity due to femmephobia indicates that the use of femmephobic commentary did not make the profile more masculine, despite the intended purpose that the femmephobic comments would have increased their masculinity in the view of others.…”

Section: Femmephobic Expansion Through Dating Profilesmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…The study was conducted by looking at how MSM score dating profiles that are the same, with the only difference is the presence of femmephobic comments in their bio (Miller & Behm-Morawitz, 2016). The factors of consideration were physical attractiveness, intelligence, sexual confidence, masculinity, and dateability (Miller & Behm-Morawitz, 2016). The accounts that contained a femmephobic comments in their bio descriptions were perceived differently across the variables when compared to profiles without femmephobic profiles (Miller & Behm-Morawitz, 2016).…”

Section: Femmephobic Expansion Through Dating Profilesmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Brandon Miller's study "Masculine Guys Only: the effects of femmephobic mobile dating application profiles on partner selection for men who have sex with men (MSM)" illustrates how femmephobic comments alter MSM's perceptions. The study was conducted by looking at how MSM score dating profiles that are the same, with the only difference is the presence of femmephobic comments in their bio (Miller & Behm-Morawitz, 2016). The factors of consideration were physical attractiveness, intelligence, sexual confidence, masculinity, and dateability (Miller & Behm-Morawitz, 2016).…”

Section: Femmephobic Expansion Through Dating Profilesmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Progression of Femmephobia in the LGBTQ+ Community

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2017

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All around, men are raised not to be a "sissy", "gay", or a "faggot". Gay men are, then sculpted by a masculinity framework that, from their early years, will not fully accept them. In an attempt to be accepted, gay men often try to make up for their homosexuality through the performance of masculinity centered on suppression of the feminine.Femmephobia, in this context, is the suppression or rejection of feminine features. In the LGBTQ+ community, femmephobia is driven by the media and masculinity factors that are manifested in standards of attractiveness, but can also be broken down by media outlets that combat these ideas. Media has shaped gay men's perception of body image, standards of beauty, and have led to the progression of femmephobia within the community as a mode of restoring their masculinity that would not accept them. The introduction of alternative ideas of masculinity and gender perception are necessary for creating an inclusive form of masculinity that would promote a greater acceptance of all, and reduce femmephobia in society. Challenges against this masculinity are at work through various routes especially through the media. These venues are creating spaces where male femininity can be further explored and redefined.

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Section: Femmephobic Expansion Through Dating Profilesmentioning

confidence: 96%

Section: Femmephobic Expansion Through Dating Profilesmentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Femmephobic Expansion Through Dating Profilesmentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Femmephobic Expansion Through Dating Profilesmentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Femmephobic Expansion Through Dating Profilesmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Expectations and beliefs: How single young gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men envision romantic relationships

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Meanley

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Journal Community Psychology

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We developed measures of relational beliefs and expectations among single young gay and bisexual men (YGBM). Data come from an online cross-sectional study YGBM, which ran from July 2012 until January 2013.Romantic relationships help fulfill the innate human desire for connection and to feel loved (Furman & Wehner, 2003). These relationships are defined by physical and emotional intimacy, which are constructs of romantic love (Collins et al., 2009). While romantic relationships develop naturally and change through the life course, the cognitive processes of love and relationships that inform relationship schemas begin at a young age (Collibee & Furman, 2016;Nosko et al., 2011). Adolescence is a critical time for cognitive growth and development of romantic relationships and these relationships influence healthy social and emotional development (Steinberg & Morris, 2001). Romantic relationships may also provide emotional support and companionship and help to buffer stress (Wienke & Hill, 2009). The latter finding is especially relevant for young gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men (YGBM) who experience unique internal and external sexuality-related stressors compared to their heterosexual peers (Bauermeister et al., 2010;Meyer, 2003).Relational cognitions refer to mental schemas that individuals create to model how relationships work, including the roles people should play, expectations about what will happen, and how people should behave within relationships. These mental schemas include thoughts, feelings and behaviors that affect the quality of relationships and well-being (Holt et al., 2016;Sprecher & Metts, 1989;Stackert & Bursik, 2003). Some authors suggest that while most individuals are unaware of their relational cognitions, by understanding their own cognitions individuals can better monitor and self-regulate their behavior and, in turn, improve mental well-being (Sullivan & Schwebel, 1995). Health promoting cognitions are related to personal growth and adjustment in relationships,

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