Internal and external conflict and violence: cross-cultural evidence and a new analysis
Journal of Conflict Resolution • Vol/Iss. 29(4) • Sage Publications • • Published In • Pages: 547-579 •
By Ross, Marc Howard
Hypothesis
Internal conflict and violence will be positively associated with various structural and dispositional variables.
Note
The following variables were determined to be significant: strength of cross-cutting ties scale (p<.01), fraternal interest group strength in decentralized societies (p<.05), harsh socialization practices (p<.05), affectionate socialization practices (p<.01). See pg. 554, Table 2 for multiple regression.
| Test Name | Support | Significance | Coefficient | Tail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Multiple regression | Supported | p <.01 | UNKNOWN | UNKNOWN |
| Variable Name | Variable Type | OCM Term(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Prescence of internal conflict | Dependent | Ingroup Antagonisms |
| Prescence of external conflict | Dependent | Warfare |
| Structural variables | Control | Social Stratification |
| Dispositional variables | Control | Socialization |