Some correlates of beliefs in the malevolence and benevolence of supernatural beings: a cross societal study
Journal of Abnormal and Social Psychology • Vol/Iss. 58 • Published In • Pages: 162-169 •
By Lambert, William W., Triandis, Leigh Minturn, Wolf, Margery
Hypothesis
"High self reliance, independence training . . . and control of behavior of children through punishment (highlighted in the rigidity score) [are characteristic of societies which believe in] aggressive deities" (164, 166)
| Test Name | Support | Significance | Coefficient | Tail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Comparison of percentages | Supported | p<.05 | UNKNOWN | UNKNOWN |
| Variable Name | Variable Type | OCM Term(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Aggressive Deities | Dependent | Spirits And Gods |
| Control Of Children Through Punishment | Independent | Techniques Of Socialization, Independence Training |
| Independence Training | Independent | Independence Training |
| Self-reliance (childhood) | Independent | Independence Training |