Sexism

Couples are more likely to separate when women outearn their male partners. A new study challenges the popular belief that traditional gender norms are to blame, suggesting instead that work-family conflict plays a much larger role.

Higher education is often viewed as a great equalizer. However, new research suggests the association between a college degree and women's economic equality is significantly weaker in countries that favor rigid social hierarchies and traditional gender roles.

New research shows that people walk away from deals more satisfied when their counterpart is a woman. Women achieve the exact same financial results as men but excel at building relationships, leading to more future business opportunities.

How do prejudiced beliefs influence the ballot box? A comprehensive review of nearly 100 studies provides evidence that different types of sexism strongly predict political behavior.

A new study shows that traditional machismo is linked to higher rape myth acceptance. Even parents who reject these myths on paper often use victim-blaming logic when discussing how to protect their daughters.

A recent analysis of national survey data suggests that playing video games does not correspond to increased prejudiced beliefs. Instead, researchers found that gamers tend to hold more inclusive cultural values than the general American public.

For years, psychologists theorized that making men feel insecure about their masculinity drove them toward conservative politics. However, a major new study involving thousands of Americans found no consistent evidence to support this popular idea.

How couples divide chores is linked to women’s sexual desire, but the connection depends on gender role beliefs. New research shows that unequal housework dampens desire for women seeking equal relationships, while traditional beliefs buffer this effect.

A large-scale analysis reveals that transgender individuals across Europe face decidedly higher rates of discrimination and violence than cisgender sexual minorities, regardless of the relative strength of their home country’s equality laws.

A new study reveals a substantial decline in American support for transgender women competing in female sports. Researchers suggest conservative political messaging effectively reframed the issue.

New research suggests the specific words used to describe people in the commercial sex industry significantly shape public bias. The findings provide evidence that terms like "sex worker" carry much less stigma than words like "prostitute."

Moving beyond average test scores reveals distinct cognitive patterns: men consistently show a personal strength in math, while women show one in reading. A large new study finds these trends remain stable across 30 countries and all ages.

New research reveals that many women view beauty as a practical tool for professional success. When faced with a gender pay gap, those who reject traditional gender roles often leverage their appearance to compete in the labor market.

When women consistently experience infrequent orgasms, both they and their partners mentally downgrade the importance of climaxing. While this psychological shift protects short-term self-esteem, new research suggests it might ultimately perpetuate the ongoing orgasm gap.

A new study reveals that young adults who hold hostile sexist attitudes are more likely to engage in relational aggression, such as spreading rumors or socially excluding peers, to protect their status in a gendered social hierarchy.