Department
Psychological Science
Research Advisor
Martin, James
Elmore, Curt
Advisor's Department
Psychological Science
Second Advisor's Department
Geosciences and Geological and Petroleum Engineering
Abstract
Attitudes and behaviors regarding water consumption were investigated in two rural indigenous communities in the central highlands of Guatemala. Results indicated that residents of a community at which a deep (245 m) well had been installed were more favorably disposed toward well water. Directions for future research include education for the local residents about their water sources and the link between illness and contaminated water, thereby leading to greater usage of the well. Implications for collaboration between engineering and social science approaches are discussed.
Presentation Type
Oral Presentation
Document Type
Presentation
Presentation Date
2004-2005
Recommended Citation
O'Berry, Moya, "Cultural Mindset Concerning Water: Ongoing Research in Lemoa, Guatemala" (2004). Opportunities for Undergraduate Research Experience Program (OURE). 255.
https://scholarsmine.mst.edu/oure/255
