Food taboos and level of culture: a cross-cultural study
Final Report, USPHS Grant No. A-3557 • Human Relations Area Files • New Haven • Published In • Pages: ??•
By Leary, James R.
Hypothesis
"While the more backward cultures will tend to place numerous restrictions on eating, advanced cultures will devote relatively little attention to interfering with the diet of the individual" (1)
| Test Name | Support | Significance | Coefficient | Tail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Comparison of ratios | Supported | UNKNOWN | UNKNOWN | UNKNOWN |
| Variable Name | Variable Type | OCM Term(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Cultural Complexity | Independent | NONE |
| Restrictions On Eating | Dependent | Avoidance And Taboo |