Event Title
Guys and Gals Going for Gold: Sex Differences in Olympic Success Across Nations
Presentation Type
Poster/Portfolio
Presenter Major(s)
Psychology
Mentor Information
Robert Deaner, Aaron Lowen
Department
Psychology, Seidman - Economics
Location
Henry Hall Atrium 34
Start Date
11-4-2012 9:00 AM
Keywords
Gender, Globalization, Historical Perspectives, Human Rights, Social Science
Abstract
Studies show that the number of Olympic medals won by nations can be predicted by population size, wealth, and previous success. Here we test whether there is also predictable variation in which nations win propotionally more women's than men's medals. In particular, we explore the predictiveness of gender role strength, gender-equity and gender-empowerment indices, and legislation aimed to increase female sports opportunities (e.g., Title IX). Results will be related to previous cross-national studies of women's empowerment.
Guys and Gals Going for Gold: Sex Differences in Olympic Success Across Nations
Henry Hall Atrium 34
Studies show that the number of Olympic medals won by nations can be predicted by population size, wealth, and previous success. Here we test whether there is also predictable variation in which nations win propotionally more women's than men's medals. In particular, we explore the predictiveness of gender role strength, gender-equity and gender-empowerment indices, and legislation aimed to increase female sports opportunities (e.g., Title IX). Results will be related to previous cross-national studies of women's empowerment.