On the origin and extension of the incest taboo
Behavior Science Research • Vol/Iss. 10(4) • Sage Journals • • Published In • Pages: 249-281 •
By Ember, Melvin
Hypothesis
Inbreeding theory suggests that less politically integrated communities are less likely to permit first cousin marriage than more politically integrated communities.
Note
Political integration here is a proxy for genetic isolation, with more political integration indicating less genetic isolation.
| Test Name | Support | Significance | Coefficient | Tail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chi square | Supported | p<.001 | UNKNOWN | One-tailed |
| Variable Name | Variable Type | OCM Term(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Prohibition Of First Cousin Marriage | Dependent | Regulation Of Marriage |
| Number of Jurisdictional Levels Beyond the Community | Independent | Community Structure |