Gender inequalities in time spent doing housework by children in Ireland: A nationally representative sample across two time points

Caoimhe O'Reilly, Michael Quayle

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Abstract

Gender inequality in housework divisions is persistent. This study examined early-emerging patterns in gender roles via children's gendered housework time in the Irish context using time-use diary and questionnaire data, controlling for key demographic variables. This study utilized longitudinal “Growing up in Ireland” data, comparing the same children's behaviour at age 9 and 13. Participants were a nationally representative, weighted sample of school going children living in Ireland, including 4,135 girls, 3,831 boys and their caregivers. The results highlight that inequalities in domestic chores occur at nine and are even greater at 13: girls do more housework and children tend to do “gender typical” chores. Consequences are discussed in relation to gender inequality and policy implications.

Original languageEnglish
Article numbere2246
Pages (from-to)-
JournalInfant and Child Development
Volume30
Issue number5
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1 Sep 2021

Keywords

  • children
  • gender inequality
  • housework
  • Ireland

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