Menstrual taboos and the importance of hunting
American Anthropologist • Vol/Iss. 84 • Published In • Pages: 901-903 •
By Kitahara, Michio
Hypothesis
Dependence on hunting as a source of food supply will be associated with menstrual taboos (902).
Note
Animal husbandry was also correlated with menstrual taboos, but no significant relationship was found.
| Test Name | Support | Significance | Coefficient | Tail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gamma | Supported | p<.05 | UNKNOWN | UNKNOWN |
| Variable Name | Variable Type | OCM Term(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Dependence On Hunting | Independent | Food Quest, Diet |
| Menstrual Taboos | Dependent | Menstruation |