Cross-cultural analysis of attitudes towards gays and lesbians: Ukraine, Sweden, Spain, Hungary and Germany
The study shows public opinion towards gays and lesbians in Ukraine, Sweden, Spain, Hungary and Germany. Correlation analysis was done in order to find factors which influence the attitudes towards representatives of sexual minorities.
The connection between system of values and attitudes towards gays and lesbians was revealed. Cross-cultural analysis was used to reveal the differences in state policy towards LGBT community.
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