Short Hypermasculinity Values Questionnaire (HVQ)
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About this scale
Hypermasculinity refers to a set of exaggerated beliefs and values about what it means to be a “real man”. These include the idea that men must always be tough, show no emotion, avoid anything considered feminine, and dominate women, especially in sexual contexts. Men who strongly endorse hypermasculine values are also more likely to enjoy violence, risky behaviour, heavy drinking, and aggressive sports. Psychologist John Archer (based in the UK) developed
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