Homophobia and sexism: the pros and cons to an integrative approach.
Madureira's (Integr Psych Behav, 42(23), 2007) article on the cultural barriers of homophobia articulates the need for an integrative approach to the study of homophobia and sexism. This comment focuses on critically examining the similarities and differences between homophobia and sexism. Sexism and homophobia are related concepts--both likely stem from a patriarchic social structure with specific expectations for the proper roles of men and women--but they are also distinct in important ways. The potential benefits of integrated research on racism and homophobia are also discussed.
Capezza
Nicole M
NM
Department of Psychological Sciences, Purdue University, 703 Third Street, West Lafayette, IN 47907-2081, USA. ncapezza@purdue.edu
D003466:Cultural Characteristics; D005783:Gender Identity; D006716:Homosexuality; D006801:Humans; D011287:Prejudice; D012925:Social Conformity; D012927:Social Control, Informal