| # | Concept | Culture | Statement | Freq. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | denial | United States | Denial in the United States can convey confidence and boundaries, while expressing contempt is considered rude. | 13 |
| 2 | denial | Western cultures | In Western cultures, denial and avoiding uncomfortable truths or responsibilities are discouraged in psychological and social contexts. | 11 |
| 3 | denial | Eastern cultures | In Eastern cultures, denial is used to display modesty, maintain harmony, and demonstrate selflessness. | 4 |