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Attitudes to animal use of named species for different purposes: effects of speciesism, individualising morality, likeability and demographic factors

Psychology

Attitudes to animal use of named species for different purposes: effects of speciesism, individualising morality, likeability and demographic factors

S. Marriott and H. J. Cassaday

This fascinating research by Sara Marriott and Helen J. Cassaday delves into society's attitudes towards animal use, revealing the complexities of speciesism and moral values. The study uncovers intriguing correlations between individual preferences and respect for animal rights, offering insights into the psychological mechanisms affecting our relationships with animals.

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Abstract
This study investigates attitudes towards animal use, exploring the influence of speciesism, individualising morality, likeability, and demographic factors. 320 participants completed an online survey including the Animal Purpose Questionnaire (APQ), speciesism and likeability scales, and moral foundations questionnaire subscales. Results show least agreement towards pet species use, more neutral attitudes towards profit and pest species. Liking animals, individualising moral values, and fewer speciesist attitudes correlated with challenging animal use. Young females and non-meat-eaters showed heightened concern. Speciesism was the strongest predictor of APQ scores, highlighting human vs. non-human and pet vs. non-pet biases. Individualising morality predicted respect for animal rights, suggesting similar psychological mechanisms in human-human and human-animal relations.
Publisher
Humanities & Social Sciences Communications
Published On
Apr 20, 2022
Authors
Sara Marriott, Helen J. Cassaday
Tags
animal use
speciesism
moral values
likeability
demographics
attitudes
animal rights

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