Geographical-historical versus psycho-functional explanations of kin avoidances

Comparative Studies by Harold E. Driver and Essays in His Honor • HRAF Press • New Haven • Published In • Pages: 27-60 •
By Driver, Harold E.

Abstract

This article re-examines previous hypotheses by Tylor regarding kin avoidance behavior. The author tests hypotheses on a sample of North American societies that accounts for genetic language families. Results provide partial support for hypotheses.

Note

This article is reprinted in this book from Current Anthropology 7: 131-48 (1966).

Samples

Sample Used Coded Data Comment
277 societies in North America

Hypotheses (1)

HypothesisSupported
Kin avoidance behavior will be associated with culture area, language family, descent, residence, and kinship terminology.Partially Supported
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