Two in five Irish men hold ‘traditionalist’ views

New research into attitudes, influence, and well-being among Irish men shows that two in five hold ‘traditionalist’ views.

This includes agreeing or being unsure on statements such as “men who don’t dominate in relationships aren’t real men” (52 per cent), “a man’s worth is measured by power and control over others” (54 per cent), and “real men shouldn’t have to care about women’s opinions or feelings” (46 per cent).

Of these ‘traditionalist’ men, 70 per cent believe that women’s issues are exaggerated, according to Women’s Aid.

Compared to the “moderate” group (three in five men), traditionalists are more likely to be younger men, with 67 per cent of men aged 18-29 years old holding more traditional views, or less certain about more moderate views.

This trend suggests that younger men may be more influenced by contemporary online figures who promote traditional masculinity.

Women’s Aid launched the new research in partnership with Core. It is…

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