A new study has found that people with Dark Triad personality traits are more likely to have anti-feminist attitudes. The study, which was conducted by a team of researchers at the University of South Wales in Australia, looked at a sample of nearly 500 men and women and found that those with Dark Triad traits were more likely to agree with statements such as “Feminism is a threat to traditional ways of life” and “Women are too easily offended”.
Dark Triad personality traits
The “Dark Triad” of personality traits – narcissism, Machiavellianism, and psychopathy – has been linked to a variety of negative outcomes, including aggression, unethical behavior, and poor relationship quality. Now, a new study has found that these personality traits are also associated with anti-feminist attitudes.
The study, published in the journal Personality and Individual Differences, surveyed nearly 500 adults about their personalities and their attitudes towards feminism. The findings showed that people high in Dark Triad traits were more likely to express anti-feminist views. Specifically, narcissism was associated with beliefs that feminism is unnecessary, while Machiavellianism was associated with the belief that feminism is harmful.
These findings add to our understanding of the link between personality and political attitudes. They also suggest that people high in Dark Triad traits may be particularly resistant to messages about gender equality.
Anti-feminist attitudes
A new study has found that people with so-called “Dark Triad” personality traits are more likely to have anti-feminist attitudes.
The Dark Triad is a term used to describe three personality traits that are often considered to be negative or harmful: narcissism, Machiavellianism, and psychopathy.
Narcissism is a personality trait characterized by an excessive need for admiration and attention. It can lead to a sense of entitlement and a lack of empathy for others.
Machiavellianism is a personality trait characterized by a willingness to manipulate and exploit others for personal gain. It is often associated with a lack of morality and a disregard for the feelings of others.
Psychopathy is a personality disorder characterized by impulsivity, aggression, and a lack of remorse or empathy. Psychopaths are often considered to be manipulative and dangerous.
The new study, which was published in the journal Personality and Individual Differences, found that people with Dark Triad personality traits were more likely to agree with statements like “Feminists are annoying” and “Feminists just want attention.” They were also more likely to say that they would never date a feminist.
The study’s authors say that the findings suggest that people with Dark Triad personality traits may be more likely to hold anti-feminist attitudes because they see feminism as a threat to their own power and status.
The study
The study found that people who have Dark Triad personality traits are more likely to have anti-feminist attitudes. The study used a sample of 4,858 people from the United States and Canada. The participants were asked to rate their agreement with statements such as “I think feminism is destroying our country” and “I believe that men are better than women.” The researchers found that people who had higher scores on the Dark Triad personality test were more likely to agree with these anti-feminist statements.
The findings
A study published in the journal Frontiers in Psychology has found that people with so-called Dark Triad personality traits are more likely to have anti-feminist attitudes.
The Dark Triad consists of three personality traits: narcissism, Machiavellianism, and psychopathy. People with these traits tend to be selfish, manipulative, and lacking in empathy.
The study asked 4,000 participants from around the world about their personalities and their attitudes towards feminism. The findings showed that people with Dark Triad personality traits were more likely to agree with statements such as “Feminists are man-haters” and “Feminism is a threat to traditional values”.
These findings suggest that people with Dark Triad personality traits are more likely to be opposed to feminism, possibly because they see it as a threat to their own power and status.
What this means
The study found that people who score high in the Dark Triad traits of narcissism, Machiavellianism, and psychopathy are more likely to have anti-feminist attitudes. The study’s authors say that these findings suggest that the Dark Triad may be a “uniting factor” for people with anti-feminist views.
The study’s authors say that the Dark Triad traits may make people more resistant to change and more likely to see women as a threat to their own power and status. The study’s authors say that the findings could help to explain why some people are resistant to social change and why some people hold onto sexist attitudes even when they’re not personally benefiting from them.
Conclusion
These findings suggest that there is a link between Dark Triad personality traits and anti-feminist attitudes. This does not mean that all people with these personality traits are anti-feminist, but it does show that there is a correlation. The study did not investigate why this link exists, but it is possible that these personality traits make people more likely to hold negative views of women. Whatever the reason, this research provides valuable insight into the psychology of anti-feminism.
