'Cultural continuity' hypothesis suggests we're all wired to keep traditions alive

'Cultural continuity' hypothesis suggests we're all wired to keep traditions alive

Each human culture consists of a unique set of values, beliefs and practices. However, a common thread across cultures is the apparent importance of preserving aspects of those cultures throughout generations.

Across Generations, Humans Are Driven to Keep Culture Alive

A new paper proposes the cultural continuity hypothesis, suggesting that humans are universally driven to preserve essential aspects of their culture across generations. Drawing on psychology, sociology, and anthropology, the researchers argue that cultural retention fosters identity, belonging, and psychological well-being.

The new ‘cultural continuity’ hypothesis

The new ‘cultural continuity’ hypothesis says we all try to keep traditions alive—but what we preserve, and how much, varies greatly. The post The new ‘cultural continuity’ hypothesis appeared first on Archaeology Wiki.