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 societies with smaller average communities are less likely to permit cousin marriage than societies with larger average communities.
Note
Average community size here is a proxy for genetic isolation, with larger average community size 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Average Community Size | Independent | Community Structure |
| Prohibition Of First Cousin Marriage | Dependent | Regulation Of Marriage |