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Prof. Dr. Gerd Bohner is a distinguished faculty member at Bielefeld University, holding a professorship in the Faculty of Psychology and Sport Science, Department of Psychology, specifically within Unit 05 - Social Psychology and Experimental Psychological Gender Research. His academic work focuses on critical issues at the intersection of social psychology and gender studies, with particular expertise in sexual aggression myths, attitude formation and change, and gender-based violence.
Dr. Bohner's primary research interests revolve around understanding the psychological mechanisms underlying sexual aggression myths and victim blaming. He is particularly known for his work on the Acceptance of Modern Myths About Sexual Aggression (AMMSA) scale, which has been validated across multiple languages and cultural contexts. His research explores how cultural, legal, and individual factors influence attitudes toward sexual violence, prostitution, and gender roles. He investigates the cognitive processes involved in attitude formation and change, with a special focus on lateral attitude change phenomena and how persuasion operates in different contexts.
His recent publication trends demonstrate a strong international collaborative approach, with research conducted across numerous countries including Germany, Norway, Spain, Colombia, and Chile. A significant portion of his work involves cross-cultural validation of psychological instruments, particularly the AMMSA scale, which has now been adapted into multiple languages including French, Spanish, Polish, and German. His research increasingly examines the relationship between music preferences, sexist attitudes, and sexual harassment behaviors, as well as the role of moral foundations in shaping perceptions of sexual violence across different cultural contexts.
As an educator, Dr. Bohner is responsible for teaching Social Psychology (27-GF-Soz), Structured Addition courses (27-EG-Str), and supervising Master's theses (27-MM). His expertise in sexism research is formally recognized by the university, listing him as an expert in this field. His methodological approach combines experimental, survey, and cross-cultural research designs to address complex questions about gender-based attitudes and behaviors.
