The Eskimo's Fear of Death by Drowning

Between 1901 and 1930 there were 1023 deaths by accident in Greenland. Eight percent were due to drowning and 94% of these were kayak accidents. Unlike the jet pilot, the Eskimo apparently prefers to suppress personal hardship and misfortune from himself and especially from others. If he attempted to discuss his difficulties with others, he would very likely be shamed by their joking laughter and ridicule. Anxiety and stress once started thus becomes chronic and ultimately leads to persistent anxiety states and interpersonal withdrawal.