PSYC 2310 Lecture Notes - Lecture 14: Tibetan Buddhism, Masculinity
14 Nov 2017
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Non-violent societies: balinese (indonesian island of bali, zapotee (native american society in southern mexico) Men are violent fighters, compete with one another in physical competitions, and are protective of women. Fish in the open sea aggression toward other men and women. Men are peaceful and cooperative with one another. Fish in the lagoons fish is plenty, don"t need to be fearless, no violence. High status is associated with being male, violent, competitive and loyal to the men"s group. There is a shortage of land: semai in malaysia. Enough for everyone to survive (no competition) Greater rate of violent crime among those between 14-24 (american data) 1 in 40 black males and 1 in 199 black females are likely to be murdered in their. In 2000 94% of black victims were killed by black offenders lifetime, compared to 1 in 280 white males and 1 in 794 white females. More negative connotation for men who don"t measure up rather than women.
