Pubic Hair Removal Practices in Cross-Cultural Perspective
Cross-Cultural Research • Vol/Iss. 1 • SAGE Publications • • Published In • Pages: 1-23 •
By Craig, Lyndsey K., Gray, Peter B.
Hypothesis
There are specific cultural reasons for the removal or retention of pubic hair.
Note
No quantitative testing was conducted. 16 of the 26 societies (62%) provided reasoning for the removal or retention of pubic hair; 7 for hygiene, 2 for attractiveness, and 3 for social signaling.
| Test Name | Support | Significance | Coefficient | Tail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNKNOWN | Supported | UNKNOWN | UNKNOWN | UNKNOWN |
| Variable Name | Variable Type | OCM Term(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Pubic hair removal or retention | UNKNOWN | Personal Grooming, Personal Hygiene, Sexuality, Puberty And Initiation |