The Power War: Male Response to Power Loss Under Equality
- 1 March 1984
- journal article
- Published by SAGE Publications in Psychology of Women Quarterly
- Vol. 8 (3) , 234-247
- https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1471-6402.1984.tb00634.x
Abstract
As many authors have pointed out, the relationship between the sexes is based on power, males having greater power than females. The continuing demand by women for equality is actually a demand for equal power, and if these strivings are successful, they will mean a loss of power for men. The male response to this anticipated power loss is the focus of this analysis. First, the scope of male power is described. Second, the importance of power to men is analyzed in terms of the male sex-role stereotype and the metamorphic effects of power use (Kipnis, 1976). Third, some likely responses of men to a loss of power are hypothesized. Finally, some suggestions for future research are outlined.Keywords
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