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The findings suggest that acknowledging environmental problems is psychologically linked to traits such as warmth and compassion. These traits are stereotypically associated with femininity in many cultures. Consequently, men who feel pressure to prove their manhood may avoid environmentalist attitudes to protect their gender identity

https://www.psypost.org/some-men-may-downplay-climate-change-risks-to-avoid-appearing-feminine/

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Some men may downplay climate change risks to avoid appearing feminine

A new study finds that men who are anxious about their masculinity are less likely to care about climate change. They may view environmental concern as a feminine trait that threatens their image.

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