Male Role Norms Inventory- Revised

The Male Role Norms Inventory-Revised (MRNI-R) is a 39-item self-reported measure of individual beliefs about male gender norms. This scale a shortened version of the Male Role Norms Inventory measure (Levant et al., 2010). The items are separated into seven subscales: Restrictive Emotionality, Self-Reliance Through Mechanical Skills, Negativity Toward Sexual Minorities, Avoidance of Femininity, Importance of Sex, Toughness, and Dominance. Different aspects of male role norms captured by this scale include expression of emotions, physical appearance, and aggression.

High Psychometric Score

Scoring Procedures

The MRNI-R and its seven subscales receive scores on a scale ranging from 1 to 7. Higher scores indicate more traditional gender role beliefs.

Original Citation

Levant, R. F., Rankin, T. J., Williams, C. M., Hasan, N. T., & Smalley, K. B. (2010). Evaluation of the factor structure and construct validity of scores on the Male Role Norms Inventory—Revised (MRNI-R). Psychology of Men & Masculinity, 11(1), 25.