Male Role Norms Inventory-Revised (MRNI-R) Test

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October 2, 2025
October 2, 2025
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3/7
Endorsement of Traditional Masculine Ideology (EoTMI)
Measures how strongly a person agrees with traditional norms and expectations about male roles and masculinity.
Low support
Moderate support
High support
12.9Low support35Moderate support5.17High support
A score of 3 indicates moderate support for traditional masculine ideology, suggesting partial agreement with conventional male-role expectations.
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4/7
Avoidance of Femininity (AoF)
Measures the tendency to avoid behaviors and traits culturally labeled as feminine in order to maintain a more traditionally masculine presentation.
Low avoidance
Moderate avoidance
High avoidance
12.9Low avoidance35Moderate avoidance5.17High avoidance
A score of 4 falls in the Moderate avoidance range, suggesting some preference to distance from feminine-coded traits while not consistently rejecting them.
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5/7
Negative Attitudes Toward Sexual Minorities (NATSM)
Measures the extent of negative attitudes and rejection toward people who belong to sexual minorities.
Low negativity
Moderate negativity
High negativity
13Low negativity3.15Moderate negativity5.17High negativity
A score of 5 falls in the Moderate negativity range, suggesting a notable but not extreme level of negative attitudes toward sexual minorities.
example score
4/7
Self-Reliance Through Mechanical Skills (SRTMS)
Measures how strongly a person links self-confidence to having mechanical or technical skills as part of male identity.
Low linkage
Moderate linkage
High linkage
12Low linkage35Moderate linkage67High linkage
A score of 4 indicates a moderate tendency to associate self-confidence with mechanical or technical competence.
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4/7
Toughness (T)
Measures the degree to which a person endorses toughness, endurance, and emotional restraint as necessary masculine qualities.
Low endorsement
Moderate endorsement
High endorsement
13Low endorsement45Moderate endorsement67High endorsement
A score of 4 suggests a moderate emphasis on resilience and emotional restraint as important components of masculinity.
example score
4/7
Dominance (D)
Measures preference for taking charge, exerting control, and leading others in interpersonal situations as part of masculine role beliefs.
Low dominance
Moderate dominance
High dominance
13Low dominance45Moderate dominance67High dominance
A score of 4 falls in the Moderate dominance range, suggesting a balanced tendency to take charge in some situations without a strong need to control others.
example score
5/7
Importance of Sex (IoS)
Measures how central sexual interest and activity are to the respondent’s view of what it means to be a man.
Lower emphasis
Moderate emphasis
Higher emphasis
13Lower emphasis3.15Moderate emphasis5.17Higher emphasis
A score of 5 indicates a moderate emphasis on sexuality as an important component of male identity.
example score
4/7
Restrictive Emotionality (RE)
Measures the tendency to limit emotional expression and keep feelings private in line with traditional masculine norms.
Open expression
Balanced restraint
Strong restriction
13Open expression45Balanced restraint67Strong restriction
A score of 4 suggests a moderate level of emotional restraint, with some comfort expressing feelings alongside a tendency to hold them back in certain situations.
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DATA-BASED USER COHORTS

Who Usually Takes This Test?

Men exploring identity
41%OF USERS
Men take it to understand which “be a real man” rules they’ve internalized and how those beliefs affect emotions, relationships, and self-esteem.
Therapy and coaching clients
34%OF USERS
People in counseling use it as a quick check-in to pinpoint masculine norms that may be driving stress, conflict, or stuck patterns.
Gender studies researchers
25%OF USERS
Researchers and students use it to measure attitudes toward traditional masculinity in studies on gender roles, health, and behavior.
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Scale of Support for Traditional Masculine Ideology (SoSfTMI)
Average
4.3
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3.25.4
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Avoidance of Femininity (AoF)
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3.7
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2.84.7
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Negative attitude towards sexual minorities (Natsm)
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3.8
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34.7
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Self-confidence through mechanical skills (Stms)
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4.7
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3.65.7
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Resilience (R)
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2.5
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Dominance (D)
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5.4
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4.46.4
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The Importance of Sex (TIoS)
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3.2
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2.24.3
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Restricted Emotionality (RE)
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5.2
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4.16.4
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7
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CLEAR ANSWERS TO COMMON QUESTIONS

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this questionnaire measure?
It measures endorsement of culturally typical beliefs about male roles and masculine behavior. Results indicate which norms are viewed as appropriate or expected.
How should responses be selected?
Rate each statement using the given response scale based on agreement. Use the first response that fits without spending time revisiting items.
How long does it take to complete and how many items are included?
Completion typically takes about 4 minutes. The questionnaire includes 21 items.
Is there a right or wrong answer?
No; items assess attitudes and beliefs rather than knowledge. Accurate results depend on responding honestly.
How are results typically used?
Results are used to support counseling, clinical formulation, and research on gender role beliefs. They can help track changes in attitudes over time when the measure is repeated.
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Norms of the Male Role, MRNI-R Test

Male Role Norms Inventory-Revised (MRNI-R) Test - Symptoms and Signs

This self-report measure assesses endorsement of culturally shaped beliefs about masculinity and socially prescribed male role expectations. The Male Role Norms Inventory-Revised (MRNI-R) is commonly used to characterize individual differences in attitudes toward traditional male role norms.

The instrument developed by Ronald F. Levant and Joseph H. Pleck consists of 21 items and typically requires about 4 minutes to complete. Respondents rate their agreement with statements reflecting perceived expectations for men, supporting clinical or research-oriented descriptions of masculinity-related attitudes. In applied settings, the Male Role Norms Inventory-Revised (MRNI-R) may help inform case conceptualization by identifying salient role norms that could influence self-concept, interpersonal behavior, and treatment engagement.

Author: Joseph H. Pleck, Ronald F. Levant
Literature: Levant, R. F., Hall, R. J., Weigold, I. K., & McCurdy, E. R. Gender role conflict, masculinity ideology, and psychological distress: The role of self-reported gender role conflict. Psychology of Men & Masculinity. 2015.
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