Methodological Integration of FIDS, GPS, PWBS, and IPVAS in the Study of Gender and Well-Being

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Gender ideology, Psychological well-being, Intimate partner violence, Experimental psychology

Abstract

In this research it is analyzed the methodological integration of four psychological instruments—the Feminist Identity Development Scale (FIDS), the Gender Perception Scale (GPS), the Psychological Well-Being Scale (PWBS), and the Intimate Partner Violence Attitude Scale (IPVAS)—to assess gender ideologies, identity, and psychological outcomes among university students in Azerbaijan. Amidst a sociocultural landscape shaped by traditional norms and emerging gender awareness, it is addressed a notable gap: the absence of an empirically validated, multidimensional framework to analyze the intersection of gender roles, well-being, and intimate partner violence. We employed a mixed-methods experimental design. The study involved 450 participants and applied culturally adapted versions of the scales. Reliability analysis confirmed the robustness of the tools of GPS, PWBS and IPVAS (α>0.85) while the newly revised 43-item FIDS showed acceptable internal consistency (α = .83). However, earlier stages such as “Passive Acceptance” and “Discovery” displayed lower alpha values, suggesting cultural resistance to feminist identity formation. Results indicate generally high levels of psychological well-being and gender self-awareness, but also a troubling normalization of IPV among some respondents. These findings underscore the complex interplay between evolving identity structures and entrenched sociocultural norms. In this study we aim at validate methodological framework for future research but also underscored the need for culturally responsive educational and policy interventions. In this regard we advocate for longitudinal and cross-cultural studies to refine instruments and enhance their relevance, ultimately promoting gender equity, psychological resilience, and informed strategies for addressing intimate partner violence in diverse cultural contexts.

 

 

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2025-06-30

How to Cite

Aliyeva, S. N. (2025). Methodological Integration of FIDS, GPS, PWBS, and IPVAS in the Study of Gender and Well-Being . Universidad Y Sociedad, 17(3), e5281. Retrieved from https://rus.ucf.edu.cu/index.php/rus/article/view/5281

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