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Thesis/Dissertation Information
- Degree Disciplines:
- Psychology
Notes
- Abstract:
- The purpose of the study was to explore the complex relationships between depression, rumination, gender, and gender roles. A total of 386 participants completed three self-report questionnaires assessing depression, rumination, and gender roles. It was found that depression and rumination are strongly associated. In addition, rumination rates were higher in women, supporting a gender-specific cognitive risk. Depression rates were equal for both genders. Rumination did not differ as a function of gender roles. The associations between gender roles and depression were complex, with femininity emerging as a protective factor, and androgynous individuals having lower depression rates than undifferentiated ones. Theoretical implications regarding the change of gender role constructs and their outcomes in current societal context are emphasized. Moreover, practical implications concerning women’s increased risk for rumination and depression and its importance in clinical settings were discussed.
- Thesis:
- Thesis (M.S.)--Barry University, 2012.
- Bibliography:
- Includes bibliographical references (leaves 56-67).
Record Information
- Source Institution:
- Barry University
- Holding Location:
- Barry University Archives and Special Collections
- Rights Management:
- Copyright Angeliki Argyriou. Permission granted to Barry University to digitize, archive and distribute this item for non-profit research and educational purposes. Any reuse of this item in excess of fair use or other copyright exemptions requires permission of the copyright holder.
- Resource Identifier:
- RC537.A74 2012_ArgyriouAngeliki ( BU-Local )
- Classification:
- RC537.A74 2012 ( lcc )
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