Local knowledge and practice in disaster relief: A worldwide cross-cultural comparison of coping mechanisms
International Journal of Disaster Risk Reduction • Vol/Iss. 76 • Elsevier • • Published In • Pages: 1-11 •
By Pierro, Rachele, Ember, Carol R., Pitek, Emily, Skoggard, Ian
Hypothesis
Intensive agriculturalists will have more coping mechanisms for dealing with natural hazards than hunter-gatherers.
| Test Name | Support | Significance | Coefficient | Tail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Point-biserial correlations | Supported | p<.05 | UNKNOWN | UNKNOWN |
| Variable Name | Variable Type | OCM Term(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsistence Strategy | Independent | Food Quest |
| Presence of coping mechanisms | Dependent | Disasters |