Moral Diversity Fosters Cultural Looseness and Reduces Norm Policing
Social Psychological and Personality Science
Published online on March 24, 2026
Abstract
Social Psychological and Personality Science, Ahead of Print.
How does moral diversity shape a community’s response to norm violations? Here, we argue that increased moral diversity may lead to greater tolerance for deviant behaviors and a lower propensity to enforce norms. In Studies 1 to 2, we examine two large-...
How does moral diversity shape a community’s response to norm violations? Here, we argue that increased moral diversity may lead to greater tolerance for deviant behaviors and a lower propensity to enforce norms. In Studies 1 to 2, we examine two large-...