Cultural dimensions: a factor analysis of textor's a cross-cultural summary
Behavior Science Notes • Vol/Iss. 7 • Published In • Pages: 37-81 •
By Stewart, Robert A. C., Jones, Kenneth J.
Hypothesis
Findings: A factor analysis of key dimensions to describe a given culture yielded 12 factors. Factor 11, "postpartum sex taboo", loaded highly and positively on postpartum sex taboo lasts more than one year; grandparents and granchild are friendly equals; male initiation ceremonies at puberty; fear of human beings; observation of food taboos. Factor 11 loaded negatively on cousin marriage preferred or prescribed (63)
| Test Name | Support | Significance | Coefficient | Tail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Factor analysis | Supported | UNKNOWN | UNKNOWN | UNKNOWN |
| Variable Name | Variable Type | OCM Term(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Cousin Marriage | UNKNOWN | Regulation Of Marriage |
| Grandparent And Grandchild Friendly Equals | UNKNOWN | Grandparents And Grandchildren |
| High Fear Of Human Beings | UNKNOWN | Drives And Emotions |
| High Observation Of Food Taboo | UNKNOWN | Diet, Avoidance And Taboo |
| Male Initiation Ceremonies At Puberty | UNKNOWN | Puberty And Initiation |
| Postpartum Taboo | UNKNOWN | General Sex Restrictions, Postnatal Care |
| Taboo Duration One Year Or Longer | UNKNOWN | General Sex Restrictions, Postnatal Care |