Why Might an Individual from Japan Lack a Pervasive Need

Multiple Choice

Why might an individual from Japan lack a pervasive need for self-regard?

A) Japanese individuals do not have a sense of self that is distinct from the larger collective.
B) Japanese individuals are more likely to tie individual well-being to group well-being.
C) Self-regard is a completely foreign concept in collectivist cultures.
D) Individuals in Japan may not have the genetic factors responsible for self-regard.