Cross-Cultural Studies on Behavior

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What was the aim of the study done by Kashima & Triandis?

To see the relationship between individualism and collectivism and the shelving bias and modesty bias.

What method was used to assess for attribution in the study by Kashima & Triandis?

Participants were given a questionnaire.

According to the study by Kashima & Triandis, how did Japanese participants tend to explain their failures?

  • Outside factors
  • Themselves (correct)
  • A combination of both
  • None of the above

According to the study by Kashima & Triandis, how did American participants tend to explain their successes?

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What was the aim of the study done by Bond and Smith?

<p>To use the Asch paradigm in seeing conformity cross culturally.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What method did Bond and Smith use to collect data for their study on conformity?

<p>They looked at psychology databases, such as PsycINFO.</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Bond and Smith's study, where was conformity found to be highest?

<p>Collectivist cultures (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Bond and Smith's study, what is the relationship between group size and conformity?

<p>The larger a group who shares beliefs and values, the more likely they were to conform.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the aim of the study done by Chen?

<p>To see cultural differences on consumer impatience.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What method did Chen use to investigate cultural differences in consumer impatience?

<p>Participants were presented with an online shopping scenario and asked to rate their willingness to wait for standard delivery or pay for expedited delivery.</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Chen’s study, what was the correlation between Western influence and participants' impatience?

<p>Western influence led to lower levels of impatience (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the aim of the study done by Shah?

<p>To see the relationship between enculturation and obesity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What method did Shah use to assess for obesity in his study?

<p>A mandatory health screening was issued, which looked at weight, blood pressure, and BM.</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Shah's study, what was the correlation between length of stay in the UAE and obesity?

<p>Longer stays in the UAE were associated with higher rates of obesity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the aim of the study done by Odden and Rochat?

<p>To see how children learned from parents and peers by observing them.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What method did Odden and Rochat use to observe children's learning in their study?

<p>They observed children in different settings such as family events and community activities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Odden and Rochat's study, what did the researchers observe about the children's learning?

<p>Children learned significantly from both parents and peers through observation. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the aim of the study done by Nisbett & Cohen?

<p>To see if Southern male participants were more aggressive than Northern male participants.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What method did Nisbett & Cohen use to induce aggression in their study?

<p>A confederate bumped the participant on the shoulder and said a curse word to them after the participant completed a survey.</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Nisbett & Cohen's study, what was the relationship between region and cortisol levels in response to aggression?

<p>Southern participants exhibited significantly higher increases in cortisol compared to Northern participants. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the aim of the study done by Yelsma & Athappilly?

<p>To see if there is a difference between arranged marriage and love marriages in their level of marital satisfaction.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What method did Yelsma & Athappilly use to assess marital satisfaction in their study?

<p>They used the Dyadic Adjustment Scale, which measures intimacy and commitment in relationships.</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Yelsma & Athappilly's study, what was the relationship between marriage type and marital satisfaction?

<p>Arranged marriages had significantly higher levels of satisfaction compared to love marriages. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Kashima & Triandis Study

Investigated the relationship between individualism/collectivism and attributions for success/failure in memory tasks.

Individualism/Collectivism

Cultural values emphasizing individual achievement (individualism) versus group loyalty (collectivism).

Attribution Theory

The process people use to explain events and behaviors including success and failure.

Bond & Smith Conformity Study

Examined conformity across numerous cultures using the Asch paradigm.

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Asch Paradigm

A classic social psychology experiment on conformity.

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Conformity

The tendency to adjust one's thoughts, feelings, or behaviors to align with those of a group.

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Chen's Study (Consumer Impatience)

Investigated cultural differences in consumer impatience.

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Consumer Impatience

The desire to receive goods or services quickly.

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Shah's Study (Enculturation & Obesity)

Examined the relationship between length of stay in a new culture and obesity.

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Enculturation

The process of acquiring the cultural knowledge, values, and behaviors of one's group.

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Odden & Rochat Study

Observed how children learn behaviour from parents and peers in a Samoan village.

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Nisbett & Cohen Study

Investigated potential cultural differences in aggression between Northern and Southern Americans.

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Aggression

Hostile behaviour intended to cause harm to another.

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Memory Recognition Test

A test to evaluate how well participants remember specific details by seeing if they recognize them when presented again

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Study Notes

Cross-Cultural Studies on Behavior

  • Kashima & Triandis Study: Examined the relationship between individualism/collectivism and the "self-serving bias" in attributing success/failure.

    • Japanese participants attributed success to external factors and failures to themselves.
    • American participants attributed success to themselves and failures to external factors.
    • Sample included Japanese students and American students pursuing course credit.
  • Bond & Smith Study: Explored conformity across cultures using the Asch paradigm.

    • Found higher conformity rates in collectivist cultures (e.g., Asia).
    • Lower conformity rates in individualistic cultures (e.g., US).
    • Data gathered from various conformity studies using the Asch paradigm.
  • Chen Study: Investigated cultural differences regarding consumer impatience.

    • Singaporean and American students were compared.
    • Participants were presented with an online shopping scenario involving a novel.
    • Participants with Western influence were more likely to wait for standard delivery, while those with Eastern influence preferred quicker delivery.
  • Shah Study: Examined the relationship between enculturation and obesity among South Asian workers in the UAE.

    • Compared a sample of South Asian workers to a baseline comparison group.
    • Health screenings (weight, blood pressure, BMI) were used, along with questionnaires about lifestyle.
    • Participants who stayed longer in the UAE had higher rates of obesity compared to those in their home country.
  • Odden & Rochat Study: Observed the process of enculturation in a Samoan village.

    • 25-month study focusing on 28 children.
    • Children learned about societal roles and skills (e.g., fishing, household chores) through observation.
    • Children learned crucial societal skills such as fishing and household skills without explicit instruction.
  • Nisbett & Cohen Study: Examined the relationship between culture and aggression in Southern and Northern US men.

    • Sampled Southern and Northern white males.
    • Observed reactions to a confederate bumping into them and using insulting language.
    • Southern participants exhibited more aggression (80% increase in cortisol), and Northern participants reacted less aggressively
  • Yelsma & Athappilly Study: Compared arranged marriages (Indian) and love marriages (American) in terms of marital satisfaction.

    • Collected data from American and Indian couples.
    • Assessment of communication, using communication inventory, and marriage satisfaction, using Dyadic Adjustment Scale were completed.
    • Arranged marriages were associated with higher marital satisfaction.

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