Social psychologists Richard Nisbett and Dov Cohen found that, in the US, men from the South tend to respond to insults more aggressively compared to men from the North.They argued that a key reason for the difference is the fact that ____.

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Nisbett and Cohen argue that the key reason for the difference is the fact that Southern culture has a strong emphasis on honor-related values, such as defending one's reputation and willingness to resort to violence to defend oneself or others. Therefore, insults and perceived disrespect may be seen as a threat to one's honor, leading to a more aggressive response.

Social Psychologists Richard Nisbett and Dov Cohen Found That, in the US