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Commitment among Arab adolescents in Israel
1School of Social Work, University of Haifa, Israel.
The Journal of Social Psychology
|November 4, 1998
Summary
This study explored commitments among Arab adolescents in Israel, revealing a cultural shift. Findings highlight a tension between individualistic and collectivistic values during this societal transformation.
Area of Science:
- Sociology
- Developmental Psychology
- Cultural Studies
Background:
- Arab adolescents in Israel face unique societal pressures.
- Understanding their commitments is crucial for grasping cultural dynamics.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the commitments of Arab adolescents in Israel.
- To examine the polarity between individualistic and collectivistic values.
Main Methods:
- Survey of 662 12th-grade Arab adolescents.
- Data collected from high schools in diverse Israeli settings (Arab villages, towns, mixed towns).
Main Results:
- Identified commitments to self, family, extended family, Arab people, and village.
- Revealed a significant tension between individualistic and collectivistic orientations.
Conclusions:
- Findings reflect the specific context of Arab adolescents in Israel.
- The observed polarity illustrates an ongoing cultural transformation within Arab society in Israel.