Belief in the evil eye in world perspective
The Evil Eye • Columbia University Press • New York • Published In • Pages: 223-278 •
By Roberts, John M.
Hypothesis
". . . evil eye societies are more likely to provide positive training for young boys in industry, responsibility, sexual restraint, obedience, and physical aggression and they are less likely to provide positive training in trust" (255)
| Test Name | Support | Significance | Coefficient | Tail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goodman and Kruskal's coefficient of association | Supported | p<.01 | .32 | Two-tailed |
| Variable Name | Variable Type | OCM Term(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Evil Eye Belief | Dependent | Sorcery |
| Industry Training | Independent | Independence Training |
| Obedience | Independent | Socialization |
| Physical Aggression | Independent | Aggression Training |
| Responsibility Training | Independent | Independence Training |
| Sexual Restraint | Independent | Sex Training |
| Trust | Independent | Transmission Of Beliefs |