Revisiting status-envy: does the theory hold up?
Cross-Cultural Research • Vol/Iss. 23 • Published In • Pages: 146-181 •
By Broude, Gwen J.
Hypothesis
The role of the father will be associated with circumcision, the couvade, and protest masculinity (170).
Note
However, contrary to what is predicted by status-envy theory, father-absence is associated with the absence of circumsision ceremonies and with the absence of the couvade.
| Test Name | Support | Significance | Coefficient | Tail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chi square | Supported | p<.05 | UNKNOWN | UNKNOWN |
| Variable Name | Variable Type | OCM Term(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Circumcision | Dependent | Body Alterations |
| Protest Masculinity | Dependent | Drives And Emotions, Ingroup Antagonisms, Offenses Against Life, Property Offenses |
| Role Of The Father | Independent | Infant Care, Gender Roles And Issues |
| The Couvade | Dependent | Postnatal Care, Pregnancy |