The influence of family and peers on the metrosexuality of Filipino metrosexual men

Date of Publication

2011

Document Type

Bachelor's Thesis

Degree Name

Bachelor of Arts Major in Psychology

College

College of Liberal Arts

Department/Unit

Psychology

Thesis Adviser

Maeyet Lapena

Defense Panel Member

Ron R. Resureccion

Abstract/Summary

This study made used of a descriptive research design that investigated the metrosexuality of Filipino men. The study aimed to have an additional understanding of the influence of family and peers. The sample consisted of twenty (20) self-identified Filipino metrosexual men. Snowball sampling or popularly known as chain referral was the mode of collecting data from respondents. Semi-structured interview was used as the data gathering procedure. Results showed detailed factors under family influences, which are the absence of father, modeling, metrosexuality trait, matriarch, female activities and individuality. Furthermore, peer influences, which are metrosexual traits, female activities and peer pressure. Additional influence was identified particularly media.

Abstract Format

html

Language

English

Format

Print

Accession Number

TU15739

Shelf Location

Archives, The Learning Commons, 12F, Henry Sy Sr. Hall

Physical Description

145 leaves ; 28 cm.

Keywords

Men--Life skills guides; Men--Social life and customs; Grooming for men; Culture--Psychological aspects; Older people--Family relationships; Interpersonal relations in children; Social interaction in children

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