concept   personal space
culture   United States
statement   In the United States, personal space is valued but some physical contact is tolerated in specific social situations.

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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 personal space US People prefer a larger personal space and avoid physical contact when interacting. 1
2 personal space US Moderate personal space is appreciated, and people may engage in casual physical contact 1
3 personal space US Personal space is larger, and physical touch in greetings is often limited to handshakes or brief hugs. 1
4 personal space United States People value their personal space and greeting with a handshake is common. 1
5 personal space United States Personal space norms may be more relaxed, and physical contact like hugging or patting on the back is common in social interactions. 1
6 personal space United States Respect for personal space and a moderate level of physical contact during interactions 1
7 personal space United States Preference for personal space, but may be more tolerant of physical contact in certain social situations 1
8 personal space modern United States Handshakes are commonly used in greetings and professional settings 1