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http://dx.doi.org/10.20406/kjcs.2022.8.28.3.307

Factors Affecting Interpersonal Tolerance and Intolerance  

Joeng, Ju-Ri (Department of Education, Chonnam National University)
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Korean Journal of Culture and Social Issue / v.28, no.3, 2022 , pp. 307-329 More about this Journal
Abstract
This study aimed to explore factors which can predict interpersonal tolerance and intolerance. Specifically, the study examined whether tolerance and intolerance would be explained by demographic variables, social desirability, empathy (cognitive empathy and affective empathy), fear of compassion for others, social trust, and zero-sum belief. Participants in the study were 445 adults (218 males and 227 females) who completed an online survey. Data were analyzed by using hierarchical regression analyses to control the effects of demographic variables and social desirability. The results indicated that tolerance was explained by gender, subjective socioeconomic status, social desirability, cognitive empathy, and social trust. In addition, intolerance was predicted by social desirability, fears of compassion for others, and zero-sum belief. It means that the constructs of tolerance and intolerance are distinct, and different factors predict tolerance and intolerance, respectively. Therefore, it would be necessary to develop realistic ways to promote tolerance and to prevent intolerance at the same time in order to achieve co-existence in a multicultural and diverse society.
Keywords
tolerance; intolerance; social desirability; empathy; fear of compassion for others; social trust; zero-sum belief;
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