EXPLORING THE RELATIONSHIP OF PATRIARCHY WITH AGGRESSION, ANXIETY AND EMOTIONAL REGULATION IN GENERATION X MALES

Abstract

The current quantitative study investigated the relationship between exposure to patriarchal norms and the levels of aggression, anxiety, and emotional regulation among Generation X males. The aim of the present study is to contribute new insights into this underexplored subject and provide practical implications for mental health professionals and policymakers. Four questionnaires; Patriarchal Beliefs Scale, Aggression Questionnaire, Emotional Regulation Questionnaire, Hamilton Anxiety Rating Scale, were used for data collection, and the sample comprised of 135 males from Generation X. Correlation analysis were conducted to analyse the data and the findings revealed significant associations between exposure to patriarchal beliefs and higher levels of aggression and anxiety, as well as poorer emotional regulation. These findings suggests the importance of addressing patriarchal beliefs in interventions to improve mental health outcomes among Generation X males. The implications of these findings are significant for mental health professionals and policymakers, as they underscore the importance of promoting more egalitarian attitudes and providing support for developing healthy emotional regulation strategies among Generation X males. By addressing patriarchal beliefs, interventions can potentially reduce aggression and anxiety and improve emotional regulation in this demographic, ultimately enhancing their overall mental well-being.