A study of samples in 32 countries showed that individualism was positively correlated withhigher expressivity of emotions, especially happiness and surprise. Individualism was negatively correlated with expression of sadness. What is your understanding of these research findings?

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Khalil Mcclain

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6 April, 14:32

A study of samples in 32 countries showed that individualism was positively correlated withhigher expressivity of emotions, especially happiness and surprise. Individualism was negatively correlated with expression of sadness. What is your understanding of these research findings?

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Henry Peterson · Answer 1

These findings show cross-culture emotions.

Explanation:

In the given research example, we find that to conclude about a person's emotional expressions, whether they are sad or they are happy, one must consider the situations in which they are and their own personality.

Happiness in one country on one group of people may not fit properly for another set of people in a different country. Individual culture in one country will give importance to making one self as independent, favoring personal goals. Whereas collectivist culture in another country will encourage interaction and communal relationships.

Cultures guide people to choose and regulate their emotions. They may also signal the person about how to interpret others expressions. Thus, culture influences emotions.