Human societal development: is it an evolutionary transition in individuality?
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DOI: 10.1098/rstb.2021.0409
Abstract: An evolutionary transition in individuality (ETI) occurs when a previously independent organism becomes a lower level unit within a higher hierarchical level (for example, cells in an organism, ants in a colony). Using archaeological and… read more here.
Keywords: evolutionary transition; transition individuality; human societal; societal development ... See more keywords
Distinct Conceptions of Freedom in East Asia and the Protestant West Underpin Unique Pathways of Societal Development
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DOI: 10.1177/00220221221143320
Abstract: Western theories of modernization and cultural change suppose that socioeconomic development fosters support for freedom and equality in all societies. Cultural relativism and “Asian Values” thesis challenge such theories of universal human development by arguing… read more here.
Keywords: east asian; societal development; protestant western; development ... See more keywords
Maximizing economic prosperity, strengthening military, or developing social bonds? Study protocol for research on the relationship between regulatory focus and preferences for the direction of societal development
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0274624
Abstract: Recent research has pointed to cross-cultural differences with regard to preferences for the directions that societies should take in their development. From an individual’s perspective, these directions might be understood as ‘goals’, i.e., internal representations… read more here.
Keywords: societal development; development; regulatory focus; promotion ... See more keywords