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
"Societies with beliefs in aggressive supernaturals . . . had fewer nurturant agents, protected the infant less from environmental discomforts, showed him less affection, were more inconsistent in caring for his needs, and took less care of his needs" (168)
| Test Name | Support | Significance | Coefficient | Tail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Comparison of percentages | Supported | above .10 | UNKNOWN | UNKNOWN |
| Variable Name | Variable Type | OCM Term(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Deity Benevolent Or Aggressive | Dependent | Spirits And Gods |
| Diffusion Of Nurturance In Infancy | Independent | Infant Care |
| Display Of Affection For Infant | Independent | Infant Care |
| Drive Reduction (infant) | Independent | Infant Care |
| Protect Infant From Environmental Discomforts | Independent | Infant Care |