Journal of Health and Multidisciplinary Health Studies
Vol. 1 No. 2 (2026): April, health and social studies in national life

The Association Between Conformity to Masculine Norms and Alexithymia Among Men

Gene Meshani (Universitas Bhayangkara Jakarta Raya)
Andreas Corsini Widya Nugraha (Universitas Bhayangkara Jakarta Raya)
Arfian (Universitas Bhayangkara Jakarta Raya)



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Publish Date
25 Jun 2026

Abstract

Alexithymia is a difficulty in recognizing, understanding, and expressing emotions. One factor that is assumed to be related to alexithymia in men is conformity to masculine norms. This study aims to examine the relationship between conformity to masculine norms and alexithymia among male technicians at PT X. This research employed a quantitative approach with a correlational design. The sample consisted of 155 male technicians selected using purposive sampling. Data were collected using the Toronto Alexithymia Scale (TAS-20) and the Conformity to Masculine Norms Inventory (CMNI-30), and were analyzed using Pearson correlation analysis. The results showed a significant positive relationship between conformity to masculine norms and alexithymia. These findings indicate that the higher the conformity to masculine norms, the higher the tendency for individuals to experience alexithymia. Thus, conformity to masculine norms is one of the factors associated with the emergence of alexithymia among male technicians.

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puleh

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journal of Health and Multidisciplinary Health Studies (JHMHS) publishes high-quality original research articles, review articles, case studies, and short communications that advance knowledge and practice in health sciences through multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary approaches. The journal ...