Wolters, Francis (2023) Compensatory Behaviours amongst Cultures: How to Respond to Perceived Threats? Master thesis, Psychology.
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Abstract
As proposed by Goal Systems Theory, an individual can perceive different types of threats that interfere with the attainment of a relevant goal. There are different behaviours to compensate for the thwarted goal attainment, of which aggression and collective action are extensively researched. Based on frustration-affirmation hypothesis, the relationship between threats and aggression may be influenced by culture. The frustration-affirmation hypothesis suggests that there might also be a cultural component to the relationship between threats and collective action. Existing literature on the relationship between threats and compensations, published up until December 2021, is summarised and the moderating effect of culture is analysed. The moderating variable of culture is measured both on a categorical level (Western vs. Non-Western) as well as a continuous variable (Survival vs. Self-Expression values; Traditional vs. Secular-Rational values). The results show a main effect, however, there is no support found for a moderating effect of culture on the relationship between threats and either aggression or collective action. Possible arguments for the unexpected findings are provided and limitations of the study are considered.
| Item Type: | Thesis (Master) |
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| Supervisor name: | Agostini, M. |
| Degree programme: | Psychology |
| Differentiation route: | Work, Organizational and Personnel Psychology (WOP) [Master Psychology] |
| Date Deposited: | 07 Nov 2023 10:06 |
| Last Modified: | 07 Nov 2023 10:06 |
| URI: | http://gmwpublic.studenttheses.ub.rug.nl/id/eprint/2924 |
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