Male Role Norms Inventory-Revised (MRNI-R) | Measure Traditional Masculinity Ideology

About the MRNI-R

The MRNI-R grew out of the original 58-item Male Role Norms Inventory (MRNI) developed by Levant et al. (1992) and was revised in 2010 after psychometric refinement. The 39 retained items measure seven dimensions of traditional masculinity ideology on a 7-point scale from 1 (Strongly Disagree) to 7 (Strongly Agree). The inventory has been used in hundreds of studies across cultures and is among the most widely used measures of masculinity ideology in psychological research.

How the MRNI-R Works

You will rate 39 statements about what men should be like on a 7-point scale. There are no right or wrong answers. After completing all items, your scores are averaged within each of the seven subscales (each scored from 1 to 7), and an overall index of traditional masculinity ideology is computed. Higher scores reflect stronger agreement with traditional male role norms.

The Seven Subscales

Restrictive Emotionality measures the belief that men should suppress and hide their emotions. Self-Reliance Through Mechanical Skills measures the expectation that men should handle practical and mechanical tasks on their own. Negativity Toward Sexual Minorities measures negative attitudes toward sexual minorities. Avoidance of Femininity measures the belief that men and boys should avoid feminine-coded interests and behaviors. Importance of Sex measures the expectation that men should always want and be ready for sex. Toughness measures the expectation that men should be physically tough and willing to take risks. Dominance measures the belief that men should lead and hold authority.

Disclaimer

This test is for educational and self-reflection purposes only. It is not a diagnostic tool. If you are experiencing mental health concerns, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.

References

• Levant, R. F., Rankin, T. J., Williams, C. M., Hasan, N. T., & Hasan, K. B. (2010). Evaluation of the factor structure and validity of scores of the Male Role Norms Inventory-Revised (MRNI-R). Psychology of Men & Masculinity, 11(1), 25–37.
• Levant, R. F., Smalley, K. B., Aupont, M., House, A. T., Richmond, K., & Noronha, D. (2007). Initial validation of the Male Role Norms Inventory-Revised (MRNI-R). The Journal of Men's Studies, 15(1), 83–100.
• Levant, R. F., & Richmond, K. (2007). A review of research on masculinity ideologies using the Male Role Norms Inventory. The Journal of Men's Studies, 15(2), 130–146.