This study examined the structural and genetic links between value orientations, based on theory of basic values, moral concerns, foundations theory. We hypothesized both convergence Conservation (versus openness to change) with Binding Self-transcendence self-enhancement) Individualizing foundations. analyzed self- informant ratings from 924 participants extended multitrait-multirater modeling...

The micro research into political behaviour offers a wealth of information about the attitudes of citizens and other persons. The methodology of micro analysis deals with how to access and handle large data sources about these attitudes. In order to meet the standard criteria of scientific research, such as the principle of inter-subjectivity, theories about value orientations must be testable ...

In the present study, we examined the impact of cultural value orientations (i.e., the personally oriented value of individualism, and the socially oriented values of collectivism, familism, romanticism, and spiritualism) on accommodation (i.e., voice and loyalty, rather than exit and neglect, responses to partners' anger or criticism) in heterosexual and gay relationships; and we examined the ...