concept   shame

3 commonsense assertions
Cultures (3) Western culture (1) Collectivist societies (1) Western individualistic societies (1)
# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 shame Western culture Shame in Western culture is linked to personal failure, humility, and leads to feelings of guilt and self-awareness. 3
2 shame Collectivist societies In collectivist societies, avoiding shame or dishonor to the family or community is a significant factor in behavior and decision-making. 1
3 shame Western individualistic societies In Western individualistic societies, a focus on personal achievement and self-expression can diminish the importance of communal shame in decision-making. 1