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So, I'm taking this experimental design class in psychology, and I decided to do a research experiment on relationships, dating, and gender roles. I made an online survey you can take [url=http://qtrial.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_6StAcDLgaCI956Q]here[/url], and it's anonymous. If you don't want to do the survey, here's a few questions from it you can discuss:

-How do you feel about men working while women stay at home?
-How do you feel about women working while men stay at home?
-Regarding dating behaviors, how often should a man open the door for a woman?
-Regarding dating behaviors, should a woman be required to behave in a manner to attract a man?
-Who should pay for the meals on a date? Or should the bill be split?

Thanks guys

April 19, 2012

6 Comments • Newest first

AvidReader

-How do you feel about men working while women stay at home?
I wouldn't mind, as long as I can support the family ^^

-How do you feel about women working while men stay at home?
I would definitely go out and look for a job, I couldn't stand just seeing my girlfriend/wife just working while I'm doing nothing. Not to say I would feel insecure because she makes more moolah than me, I just feel like I'm not living up to my own expectations. *unless I have to look after the children for whatever situation

-Regarding dating behaviors, how often should a man open the door for a woman?
Always ^^ Just show general respect and kindess.

-Regarding dating behaviors, should a woman be required to behave in a manner to attract a man?
If she can let me know she's interested, hey that's great ^^ I like people who are direct.

-Who should pay for the meals on a date? Or should the bill be split?
I'd probably try to pay for all of it whenever the situation arises ^^ If not, I guess she could cover it but I would treat her out to some awesome dinner the week after(if I have the money or job haha ^^)

Reply April 19, 2012 - edited
Nolen

-How do you feel about men working while women stay at home?
[b]I want us to both work together or she go school[/b]
-How do you feel about women working while men stay at home?
[b]No, wut would I do at home, I don't want kids[/b]
-Regarding dating behaviors, how often should a man open the door for a woman?
[b]Take turns or always depending on her size[/b]
-Regarding dating behaviors, should a woman be required to behave in a manner to attract a man?
[b]Say the exact words, no hinting[/b]
-Who should pay for the meals on a date? Or should the bill be split?
[b]Split or one who has the most money on em and maybe pay back[/b]

Reply April 19, 2012 - edited
NonSonoFronz

-How do you feel about men working while women stay at home?
[b]I'm totally okay with it. If the man alone can bring home enough income so it doesn't affect the child in any way, then go for it.[/b]
-How do you feel about women working while men stay at home?
[b]I'm totally okay with it too, but I think women should work a lot less than men during vital developmental stages. Babies STRIVE for the comfort of a mother.[/b]
-Regarding dating behaviors, how often should a man open the door for a woman?
[b]Whenever the woman is in reasonable walking distance of the door so she doesn't have to awkwardly speed walk to the door to not appear rude. But I think people should just do that for everyone anyways out of common courtesy.[/b]
-Regarding dating behaviors, should a woman be required to behave in a manner to attract a man?
[b]I personally think women should do a little more courting. I find it's a little unfair that a lot of the time the guy has to do a lot of the courting while the girl just has to be there and decide upon the outcome of the entire situation.[/b]
-Who should pay for the meals on a date? Or should the bill be split?
[b]I think who ever feels like being nice should pay if they want to. If I was dating a girl, I'd occasionally pay for a meal on a date, but I sure as hell wouldn't do it all the time. I don't have that kind of cash. Maybe once I get a legit job it will be different, but who knows.[/b]

Reply April 19, 2012 - edited
ToastyPop

[quote=RugbyBall]-How do you feel about men working while women stay at home?
[b]I prefer if women work as well. Having only one person bring in the income for the family could pose financial issues.[/b]
-How do you feel about women working while men stay at home?
[b]Reminds me of one of my friends and his girlfriend. I'd hate to be in a position like that. I hope other guys feel the same.[/b]
-Regarding dating behaviors, how often should a man open the door for a woman?
[b]It SHOULD be common courtesy that whoever reaches the door first holds it open for people coming in nearby. So....whenever the opportunity rises for him. Just don't sprint to the door and make it super obvious that you're trying to be nice. [/b]
-Regarding dating behaviors, should a woman be required to behave in a manner to attract a man?
[b]What if the woman isn't interested in the man in the first place? Should she be forced to behave in a way which attracts him? Definitely not.[/b]
-Who should pay for the meals on a date? Or should the bill be split?
[b]I have no idea. Some people think that guys should pay. Others think that guys who pay for a date have nothing personal to offer and that they are just buying the woman's love.[/b][/quote]

I was reading some research and a lot of guys feel emasculated when they stay at home while the woman works. And there was also a lawsuit where an attorney got ridiculed and eventually fired for taking paternity leave from work when he was entitled to it. Pretty strange stuff.

[quote=iSock]I did the survey.
No Problemmmm.[/quote]

Thanks a lot!

Reply April 19, 2012 - edited
Segumisama

-How do you feel about men working while women stay at home?
If the women does not wish to pursue a career and the man is fine with being the breadwinner of the family then that's fine.
-How do you feel about women working while men stay at home?
See above. This is actually probably the relationship I will go into if i'm smart enough for it
-Regarding dating behaviors, how often should a man open the door for a woman?
When she has her hands full or if he knows she is going to expect it from him, if she will react negatively to it then he obviously shouldn't. i think the whole opening doors thing is silly, if i were a guy, I would open the door for anyone, not just females, so why would i purposely not open the door for females.
-Regarding dating behaviors, should a woman be required to behave in a manner to attract a man?
ahahaha no they should not be.
-Who should pay for the meals on a date? Or should the bill be split?
it should be split.

Reply April 19, 2012 - edited
ToastyPop

[quote=Demonlord]-How do you feel about men working while women stay at home?
I personally don't see it as a problem as long as there aren't any income troubles. I personally prefer a housewife over a working wife, I'm old fashioned.
-How do you feel about women working while men stay at home?
. . . What the hell is wrong with him. Friggin moocher, get off your lazy ass and find a job.
-Regarding dating behaviors, how often should a man open the door for a woman?
As long as he's the first to reach it, or right next to her when they're at the door.
-Regarding dating behaviors, should a woman be required to behave in a manner to attract a man?
Relationships built on lies? Nah.
-Who should pay for the meals on a date? Or should the bill be split?
Guy should pay, if he can't even pay for the meals on a date. How the hell is he going to support a family.

I'm old fashioned.[/quote]

Nothing wrong with being old fashioned to me

Reply April 19, 2012 - edited