Gender Differences in Age-Related Microaggressions
Author Information
Author(s): Lewis Hannah, Hecht Crystal, Buchanan Jeff
Primary Institution: University of North Dakota
Hypothesis
How do intersectional identities of age and gender influence the experience of age-related microaggressions?
Conclusion
Women more often reported experiencing age-related microaggressions and had negative emotional responses compared to men.
Supporting Evidence
- Women reported experiencing microaggressions more frequently than men.
- Women believed these interactions were due to their gender.
- Women had more negative emotional responses to microaggressions.
Takeaway
This study found that women experience more subtle discrimination related to age than men, and they feel worse about it.
Methodology
The study used existing survey data and frequency analyses to examine gender differences in experiences of age-related microaggressions.
Limitations
The study relied on existing survey data and did not include qualitative insights from focus groups.
Participant Demographics
57% females, older adults
Statistical Information
P-Value
p =.005
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
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