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Study finds that gender bias is increased by online images.

Study author seeks heightened awareness about under-representation of women and proactive measures to mitigate unintended consequences of online images

Last updated: 2024/02/15 at 11:49 AM
Published February 15, 2024
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Have you ever considered how subtle ways online visuals influence our perceptions?

A recent study from the University of California, Berkeley, investigates the frightening fact that online images greatly reinforce gender stereotypes, having a long-term impact on social biases.

In a world where images increasingly dominate media, communication, and social interactions, a study published in the journal Nature reveals a disturbing tendency that exacerbates gender bias by under-representing women in diverse social groups. Lead author Douglas Guilbeault emphasizes the potential effects, especially for women, as these images may unintentionally promote damaging preconceptions.

The researchers methodically sifted through over a million photos and billions of words on worldwide web platforms such as Google, Wikipedia, and IMDb.

The study examined nearly 3,000 social categories and discovered that occupations such as doctors and lawyers were constantly over-represented by men, with images exhibiting an even stronger gender bias than text.

Guilbeault provides an especially striking example: the stereotype of women as nurses was consistently greater in photographs than in the accompanying text. This discrepancy raises worries about the psychological impact on individuals, particularly children researching careers online.

Solene Delecourt, the study’s co-author, emphasizes that such biases can make people feel excluded, affecting their sense of belonging and prospective career goals.

The study questions the notion that gender bias is limited to specific locations or platforms, exposing a global and widespread problem.

To assess the psychological impact, the researchers administered a test to 450 participants who searched online for specific employment. Those exposed to photos demonstrated a more severe and long-lasting gender bias than those exposed to text.

As we traverse the digital realm, it is critical to recognize the unintended influence of online pictures in forming cultural attitudes.

The report advocates for collective action, pushing online platforms to accept responsibility for promoting more inclusive and balanced representations.

Guilbeault expresses concern about the lack of attention given to the changing era of image-based communication. He emphasizes the need for increased awareness and proactive actions to limit the unintended repercussions of internet images, pushing society to focus on the silent but tremendous influence these visuals have wield in perpetuating gender stereotypes.

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