The Relationship Between Perceived Social Support and Gender Role Attitudes in Pregnant Women

Objective: This study aimed to investigate the relationship between perceived social support and gender role attitudes in pregnant women. Methods: A descriptive-correlational study was conducted with 207 pregnant women living in the Central Anatolia Region between November and December 2024. Data were collected online using the Personal Information Form, the Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support (MSPSS), and the Gender Role Attitudes Scale (GRAS). Statistical analysis included independent t-tests, ANOVA, and regression analysis. Results: Pregnant women demonstrated high levels of perceived social support but less egalitarian gender role attitudes. Significant associations were found between MSPSS and GRAS scores with factors such as educational level, perceived income, and number of pregnancies. However, no significant relationship was found between MSPSS and GRAS scores. Conclusion: Pregnant women reported high perceived social support but less egalitarian gender role attitudes, with no significant relationship between the two. It is recommended that pregnancy support programs include educational and awareness components to strengthen social support and promote gender equality.