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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 gender roles traditional societies In traditional societies, strict gender roles and expectations for men and women are enforced. 28
2 marriage Traditional societies In traditional societies, marriage is typically arranged by families and seen as a union between two families, often between a man and a woman. 19
3 social media traditional societies Social media is less prevalent and considered less important in traditional societies, often seen as a distraction from social interactions. 19
4 dating patterns traditional societies Dating in traditional societies involves arranged marriages, family involvement, and a focus on finding a suitable spouse. 17
5 family Traditional societies In traditional societies, it is common for extended family members to live together and provide support. 16
6 privacy traditional societies In traditional societies, privacy is limited and personal information is shared within close communities. 11
7 marriage traditional societies In traditional societies, arranged marriages are common and involve families and the entire community. 10
8 technology traditional societies Traditional societies prioritize traditional methods over prevalent technology, viewing it with skepticism and cautiousness. 8
9 smartphones traditional societies Smartphones are considered a luxury and are less prevalent in traditional societies. 7
10 birth Traditional societies In traditional societies, birth frequently takes place at home with the help of traditional midwives and may involve cultural rituals. 6
11 communication traditional societies In traditional societies, communication is indirect and formal, relying on nonverbal cues and personal connections. 6
12 modern Traditional societies Modern concepts are viewed with skepticism in traditional societies, seen as a departure from their values and customs. 6
13 personal space traditional societies Traditional societies tend to have closer physical proximity and less emphasis on personal space in social interactions. 6
14 divorce traditional societies In traditional societies, divorce is stigmatized and discouraged due to religious and cultural norms. 5
15 family structure traditional societies In traditional societies, extended families often live together and place a strong focus on collective responsibility. 5
16 heart murmur Traditional societies In traditional societies, heart murmurs may not receive immediate recognition or priority in comparison to other health concerns. 4
17 lubricant traditional societies In traditional societies, natural oils and animal fats are commonly used as lubricants for traditional crafts and medicine. 4
18 spirituality Traditional societies Spirituality in traditional societies is deeply connected to nature and integrated into daily life through spiritual rituals and practices. 4
19 surgery Traditional societies In traditional societies, surgery is seen as a last resort, with traditional healing methods preferred. 4
20 time traditional societies In traditional societies, time is seen as cyclical and fluid, reflecting natural rhythms with less emphasis on strict punctuality. 4
21 young child Traditional societies In traditional societies, young children are expected to begin helping with household chores early on. 4
22 agriculture Traditional societies Traditional agricultural culture relies on farming methods and knowledge passed down through generations. 3
23 changing society Traditional societies Traditional societies resist change to preserve customs and values. 3
24 kitchen gadgets Traditional societies Traditional societies prefer traditional cooking methods and have limited use of high-tech kitchen gadgets. 3
25 medical condition Traditional societies Traditional societies use herbal remedies and cultural healing practices for medical conditions due to limited access to professional medical help. 3
26 medical diagnosis traditional societies Traditional societies incorporate alternative medicine and spiritual healers in the process of medical diagnosis. 3
27 mental health stigma traditional societies In traditional societies, stigma and taboo surrounding mental health issues contribute to underreporting and lack of support. 3
28 music video Traditional societies Music videos are not as prevalent in traditional societies due to their focus on traditional values and entertainment. 3
29 new Traditional societies New concepts are met with skepticism and caution in traditional societies due to their potential to disrupt established norms. 3
30 puberty Traditional societies In traditional societies, puberty is celebrated with specific rituals and ceremonies marking the transition to adulthood. 3
31 relationships Traditional societies In traditional societies, arranged marriages and family approval are significant in relationship norms. 3
32 therapy Traditional societies In traditional societies, therapy is stigmatized and may involve traditional healing practices. 3
33 work-life balance traditional societies Traditional societies prioritize incorporating work into their overall lifestyle and family/community time for a better work-life balance. 3
34 adoption rights Traditional societies Same-sex couples may face legal restrictions and social stigma when trying to adopt children in traditional societies. 2
35 aging Traditional societies Respect for elders and their wisdom is deeply rooted in the customs and traditions of traditional societies. 2
36 aging traditional societies In traditional societies, aging is valued and integrated within extended families, with wisdom and experience highly respected. 2
37 authority traditional societies Traditional societies prioritize respect for authority figures and communal decision-making. 2
38 barter Traditional societies Traditional societies commonly practice bartering as a means of exchanging goods and services within their communities. 2
39 celestial bodies traditional societies Traditional societies attribute spiritual significance to celestial bodies and believe they influence agricultural and seasonal activities. 2
40 change traditional societies Change is often viewed with suspicion and can disrupt established ways of life in traditional societies. 2
41 community participation Traditional societies Community participation is viewed as a duty essential for traditional societies' social cohesion and ties to tradition. 2
42 community roles Traditional societies Community roles in traditional societies involve preserving cultural customs and building communal unity through collective activities. 2
43 conservation Traditional societies Conservation in traditional societies focuses on protecting species and sacred sites based on cultural and spiritual beliefs. 2
44 contraception Traditional societies In traditional societies, cultural taboos and lack of access limit contraception use. 2
45 copulating traditional societies In traditional societies, copulation is celebrated as a natural part of life with rituals related to fertility. 2
46 dwelling traditional societies Traditional societies use temporary shelters such as yurts and teepees for dwelling. 2
47 education traditional societies In traditional societies, education focuses on oral tradition, practical skills, and community-based learning. 2
48 educational goals Traditional societies In traditional societies, educational goals prioritize stability, academic achievement, and upholding cultural traditions. 2
49 elderly care traditional societies Traditional societies value respect for elders and traditional methods of elderly care. 2
50 extraterrestrial life traditional societies Traditional societies have limited awareness of extraterrestrial life due to minimal exposure to modern science and technology. 2
51 financial constraints traditional societies In traditional societies, bartering goods or services may be prioritized over monetary transactions, and there is an emphasis on discretion regarding financial constraints. 2
52 food procurement traditional societies Traditional food procurement in traditional societies relies on hunting, gathering, and agriculture. 2
53 fossils traditional societies Fossils are spiritually significant and respected as part of natural heritage in traditional societies. 2
54 handwheel traditional societies Handwheels are not commonly used in traditional societies due to reliance on manual labor and simpler mechanical controls. 2
55 herbal medicine traditional societies Herbal medicine is commonly trusted for healing and well-being in traditional societies. 2
56 hip Traditional societies The concept of being 'hip' may be viewed as disrespectful to tradition and values in traditional societies. 2
57 housing design Traditional societies Housing design in traditional societies involves communal living spaces and natural, locally-sourced materials. 2
58 interior Traditional societies Traditional societies prioritize practical and simple interior design with natural materials and functionality. 2
59 invention Traditional societies In traditional societies, invention is communal knowledge and is valued alongside traditional practices. 2
60 leisure activities traditional societies In traditional societies, leisure activities tend to center around traditional pastimes such as board games and cultural events. 2
61 machines Traditional societies Traditional societies prioritize manual labor and craftsmanship over machines, viewing them as disruptive. 2
62 medicine Traditional societies In traditional societies, medicine is often based on herbal remedies and spiritual healing due to a lack of formal education. 2
63 meteorologist Traditional societies In traditional societies, traditional weather knowledge may be more influential than the role of meteorologists. 2
64 nonconformity Traditional societies In traditional societies, nonconformity is discouraged and viewed as disruptive to social harmony. 2
65 oocyte Traditional societies In traditional societies, oocyte freezing for fertility preservation is not widely accepted due to cultural beliefs. 2
66 openmind Traditional societies Openmindedness is seen as nonconformity in traditional societies and individuals are viewed with suspicion for not adhering to traditional values. 2
67 pneumothorax Traditional societies Traditional societies may use herbal poultices and rituals as treatments for pneumothorax. 2
68 portable electronic devices Traditional societies Portable electronic devices are viewed as unfamiliar or luxurious in traditional societies and are used sparingly. 2
69 rainbows Traditional societies In traditional societies, rainbows are seen as symbols connecting the earthly and spiritual realms. 2
70 reproductive biology traditional societies Traditional societies may integrate spiritual beliefs into their understanding of reproductive biology. 2
71 resource management Traditional societies Traditional societies practice sustainable resource management to ensure the preservation of natural resources for future generations. 2
72 separation Traditional societies Traditional societies highly value close family ties and unity, discouraging physical separation. 2
73 skeptic Traditional societies In traditional societies, skepticism may be viewed as disrespectful for questioning traditional beliefs and authority. 2
74 snake traditional societies Traditional societies view snakes as having both positive and negative symbolic significance. 2
75 symbiosis traditional societies Symbiosis is deeply integrated into the traditional knowledge, medicine, and spiritual beliefs of traditional societies, reflected in their cultural practices and folklore. 2
76 talk with far away Traditional societies Traditional societies used smoke signals and drum messages for long distance communication. 2
77 traditional spousal roles traditional societies Traditional spousal roles in traditional societies prioritize hierarchy and family care, with the husband as the final decision-maker. 2
78 vas deferens Traditional societies In traditional societies, the vas deferens is a taboo topic that is not widely known or openly discussed. 2
79 washing machine Traditional societies In traditional societies, manual washing is the norm and washing machines are not commonly used. 2
80 24/7 lifestyle Traditional societies Traditional societies often do not embrace the concept of a 24/7 lifestyle, seeing it as unnecessary and uncommon due to the natural patterns and agricultural work rhythms. 1
81 accessing computer account Traditional societies Accessing computer accounts is unfamiliar in traditional societies and remote communities due to limited technology access. 1
82 acoustic noise Traditional societies In traditional societies and rural areas, acoustic noise is less common due to quieter, nature-based environments. 1
83 all mammals Traditional societies Traditional societies value some mammals for both companionship and as a source of protein and sustenance. 1
84 aluminum sulfide Traditional societies Aluminum sulfide is not commonly known or used in traditional societies. 1
85 anesthesia Traditional societies Traditional societies may view anesthesia with suspicion due to beliefs about the importance of experiencing pain in rituals or ceremonies. 1
86 animal behavior Traditional societies Traditional societies integrate animal behavior into hunting and gathering rituals, ecological knowledge, and resource management. 1
87 anti-aging products Traditional societies Traditional societies tend to have limited use of specific anti-aging products, focusing instead on natural remedies and aging gracefully. 1
88 apartment building Traditional societies Traditional societies generally have fewer apartment buildings, as people prefer living in individual houses or small communities. 1
89 api Traditional societies Traditional societies view the concept of API as a vital connection between humanity and the natural world. 1
90 articulation Traditional societies In traditional societies, articulation may be less emphasized, with indirect communication and non-verbal cues being more valued. 1
91 atheist Traditional societies In traditional societies, atheism is commonly viewed as taboo or even illegal, leading to discrimination and persecution against atheists. 1
92 attend school Traditional societies In traditional societies, formal schooling may not be common, and children may learn practical skills and experiences within the community. 1
93 attraction Traditional societies In traditional societies, family and community approval is crucial for determining attraction and relationships. 1
94 automatic window Traditional societies Traditional societies typically favor manual windows over automatic ones in their buildings and homes. 1
95 babysitter Traditional societies In traditional societies, childcare is typically provided by relatives or trusted community members, rather than hiring a stranger as a babysitter. 1
96 balloon dilatation Traditional societies Traditional societies may be hesitant to accept balloon dilatation as a medical procedure due to the prevalence of traditional healing methods. 1
97 bed rest after surgery Traditional societies In traditional societies, bed rest after surgery is prolonged and prescribed with specific social norms and family care practices. 1
98 binary code Traditional societies In traditional societies, binary code is viewed as part of ancient wisdom and symbolism. 1
99 biological Traditional societies Biological knowledge is deeply intertwined with spiritual beliefs and traditional medicine practices in traditional societies. 1
100 body modifications Traditional societies Certain African tribes and traditional societies have deeply rooted cultural practices of body modifications such as scarification and lip plates. 1