Studies on the Cultural Differences in Parental Tolerance of Under-

question 9

Multiple Choice

Studies on the cultural differences in parental tolerance of under- or over-controlled behavior suggest that ________

• A) these different styles can produce different rates of problem behaviors in different cultures.
• B) parental styles make no difference in rates of different behavior problems-they seem to be primarily genetic.
• C) parental styles make no difference in rates of different behavior problems-they seem to be independent of culture.
• D) all cultures feel the same about bringing their children for treatment, regardless of the type of behavior problem.

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Definitions:

Assortative Mating

The idea that people are attracted to others who are similar to them in some kind of social hierarchy.

Equity Theory

The idea that people are motivated to maintain a sense of fairness or equity, whereby both partners feel that the proportion of outcomes (rewards) to inputs (costs) that each receives is roughly equal.

Social Hierarchy

The organization of individuals within a society that is ranked from higher to lower based on power, status, or other criteria.

Infatuation

A state of intense but short-lived passion or admiration for someone or something, often without a deep understanding or commitment.