Antecedents of Gender Stereotyping among Senior High School Students

This study investigates the antecedents of gender stereotyping among senior high school students and the factors that sustain these stereotypes in a private school in Surigao City, Philippines. To assess the antecedents, the study examined the following variables: individual factors, cognitive factors, family factors, and employed to select senior high school students enrolled in the academic year 2023–2024 as participants. The results revealed that the perspectives of senior high individual, cognitive, family, and socio-cultural factors. when grouped according to their academic strand. factor, highlighting its critical role in perpetuating gender stereotypes, particularly in relation to household responsibilities and gendered roles within the family unit. The study recommends that students enhance their awareness of behaviors that may reinforce stereotypes and actions. This self-awareness is essential in fostering more equitable attitudes and behaviors.