Gender Role Conflict: Analysis of its Causes and Psychosocial Impacts on Females
Abstract
Every gender has the right of a fair level of free thinking and mental growth; however, it can be adversely affected by personality role conflict. This study has aim and concentration of analyzing psychosocial impacts of Gender Role Conflict (GRC) on personalities of females. Based on purposive selection, the literature is cited as secondary data source and respective textual analysis has been made. Theoretical universe for the study has been the female gender of society. The textual discussion was made for reaching the judgment. Conclusion of the study shows that GRC does adversely affect females’ personality psychosocially. It is recommended that the individuals shall be left free, within religio-ethical limits, to live their lives free and healthy as per their choice. Either in home or at office, women should be given advantage and flexibility in respect of their over-burdened and conflicting roles
Authors
Dr. Mamoon Khan Khattak
Associate Professor, Department of Social Work & Sociology, Kohat University of Science & Technology (KUST), Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
Asif Mahmood
Lecturer, Department of Social Work & Sociology, Kohat University of Science & Technology (KUST), Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
Mr Imran
Lecturer, Department of Social & Gender Studies, University of Swat, Swat, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
Keywords
Female, Gender Role Conflict (GRC), Psychological, Social Impact