A young man is interviewed regarding his child rearing. He says that his father, who was very strict, expected him to be polite, obedient, disciplined, and conforming and would punish him for misbehavior by spanking or shaming him in front of other people, while his mother was more authoritative and used reasoning more. The welfare of the family was emphasized over individual identity with educational achievement, hard work, success, thrift, conservatism, hospitality, and generosity being strongly encouraged. This young man was most likely raised within a(n)_________ family.

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The description aligns with common characteristics of Arab-American family dynamics, which often emphasize respect for authority, discipline, family welfare over individual identity, and values such as educational achievement, hard work, and hospitality.

A Young Man Is Interviewed Regarding His Child Rearing