Human Sexuality Research & Journals The Relationship Between Family Socioeconomic Status and Cultural Background on the Career Self-Determination of Chinese and Kazakhstani Students June 22, 2026 Lina Irawan The primary objective of this quantitative cross-cultural study is to precisely investigate how multi-dimensional objective family capital, subjective social status, and cultural values are jointly associated with the career agency…
Human Sexuality Research & Journals Adolescents’ Cross-Cultural Aesthetic Preferences Are Shaped by Cultural Background, Art Exposure, and Developmental Psychological Traits June 18, 2026 Lina Irawan In an increasingly interconnected world, the way adolescents perceive and appreciate art is a complex interplay of their cultural upbringing, their exposure to diverse artistic traditions, and their individual psychological…
Human Sexuality Research & Journals Face Concerns as Identity-Based Social Evaluation: A Cultural Psychological Model of Fertility Intentions Among Chinese Women June 15, 2026 Lina Irawan In recent years, China has grappled with a persistently low fertility rate, a demographic challenge with profound implications for its social stability, economic growth, and aging population. While previous research…
Human Sexuality Research & Journals Bridging cultural gaps through consumption: how social media and perceived value shape international students’ purchase intentions in China May 30, 2026 Lina Irawan The burgeoning international student population in China presents a significant and evolving consumer market, yet understanding their unique cross-cultural consumption behaviors remains a key challenge. New research sheds light on…
Human Sexuality Research & Journals Uncovering Latent Profiles of Multidimensional Work Attitudes: Cross-Cultural Evidence from Poland and Vietnam May 28, 2026 Lina Irawan A groundbreaking study examining the complex relationships employees have with their work has revealed distinct patterns of attitudes that transcend national borders, while also highlighting significant cultural variations. The research,…
Human Sexuality Research & Journals How do poverty types reshape the effect of political identity on prosocial behavior? The chain mediation role of emotion regulation and compensatory effect of cultural heritage education May 16, 2026 Lina Irawan The intricate relationship between an individual’s political identity and their propensity for prosocial behavior is significantly shaped by their socioeconomic circumstances, particularly the multifaceted nature of poverty. A groundbreaking study…
Global Lifestyle & Culture London’s Nightlife Renaissance: Amid Closures, a New Wave of Cultural Innovation Emerges May 8, 2026 Gabriella Anastasia The once-vibrant tapestry of London’s nightlife is undergoing a significant transformation. While headlines lament the shuttering of beloved venues and the erosion of cultural spaces, a closer examination reveals a…
Human Sexuality Research & Journals Boundaries as Taboo: A Cultural-Psychological Model of Human-Nature Relations in Japanese Heterogeneous Marriage Narratives April 26, 2026 Lina Irawan A groundbreaking study published in Frontiers in Psychology delves into the intricate ways traditional narratives shape human perception of the natural world, proposing a novel cultural-psychological model to understand these…
Human Sexuality Research & Journals Beyond Western Paradigms: A Cross-Cultural Review of Social-Emotional Competence Frameworks and the Promise of AI-Driven Assessment April 20, 2026 Lina Irawan The field of social-emotional competence (SEC) is undergoing a critical re-evaluation, with researchers increasingly questioning the universal applicability of dominant Western frameworks and exploring the potential of emerging technologies for…
Global Lifestyle & Culture Lena Dunham’s "Girls" Marks 14th Anniversary: A Retrospective on Its Enduring Cultural Impact April 17, 2026 Gabriella Anastasia Fourteen years ago, on April 15, 2012, HBO premiered "Girls," a comedy-drama series created by and starring Lena Dunham. The show, which chronicled the messy, often cringe-inducing lives of four…
