Threats to masculinity provoke gun use: An experimental study using a firearm training simulator.

What is it about?

When male participants’ gender status was threatened, they were more likely—and faster—to shoot a fake firearm during ambiguous simulated reality scenarios, but only if they also adhered strongly to masculine norms.

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Why is it important?

These findings suggest that among men who conform more to traditional gender roles, threats to their masculinity may increase their risk of perpetuating gun violence.