War, socialization, and interpersonal violence: a cross-cultural study

The Journal of Conflict Resolution • Vol/Iss. 38 • Published In • Pages: 620-646 •
By Ember, Carol R., Ember, Melvin

Abstract

This study explores several correlates of interpersonal violence. Multiple regression analysis suggests that socialization for aggression in boys in late childhood is the strongest predictor of higher rates of homicide and assault. Path analysis suggests that socialization for aggression is a consequence, not a cause, of war.

Samples

Sample Used Coded Data Comment
Standard Cross Cultural Sample (SCCS)Researchers Own

Hypotheses (6)

HypothesisSupported
Individual and socially organized aggression will be positively associated with frequency of war (628).Supported
Aggression training will be positively associated with frequencies of homicide, assault, and war (630).Supported
Harsh or punitive socialization will increase the likelihood of war (631).Not Supported
Conditions of socialization that increase the likelihood of protest masculinity will be positively associated with war (631).Not Supported
Frequency of warfare will be related to parental hostility, overall parental warmth, father-infant sleeping proximity, and socialization for aggression in boys in late childhood (632)Supported
Warfare frequency will play a significant causal role in the etiology of interpersonal aggression (639).Supported
Documents and Hypotheses Filed By: Jessie Cohen  Megan Farrer