Father absence and male aggression: a re-examination of the comparative evidence
Ethos • Vol/Iss. 29 • Wiley-Blackwell for the American Anthropological Association • Washington, D.C. • Published In • Pages: 296-314 •
By Ember, Carol R., Ember, Melvin
Hypothesis
In a subsample excluding societies that are matrilocal and have less than occasional warfare, father's sleeping distance will be a better predictor of homicide and assault (305).
| Test Name | Support | Significance | Coefficient | Tail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| multiple regression | Supported | p<.005 | .631 | Two-tailed |
| Variable Name | Variable Type | OCM Term(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Father's Sleeping Distance | Independent | Sleeping, Infant Care |
| Frequency Of Homicide/assault | Dependent | Offenses Against The Person |
| Frequency Of Warfare | Independent | Ingroup Antagonisms, Instigation Of War |
| Residence | Independent | Residence |