
62 | Michele Gelfand on Tight and Loose Societies and People
Sean Carroll's Mindscape: Science, Society, Philosophy, Culture, Arts, and Ideas
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Tight vs. Loose: Cultural Norms and Personality
This chapter explores the differences between tight and loose societal norms and how they influence individual personality traits shaped by cultural context and experiences. It discusses the psychological implications of these norms, particularly in relation to creativity, adaptability, and risk aversion, while highlighting research on how early childhood socialization reflects these cultural values. Additionally, the chapter addresses the complexities of conducting cross-cultural studies and the innovative methods used to analyze societal behaviors in relation to norms.
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