Rolf Holtz is a social-organizational psychologist whose research examines global cultural orientations to intergroup relations. Currently, his work focuses on vertical and horizontal collectivism as mediators of brutal civil war experiences that co
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Rolf Holtz is a social-organizational psychologist whose research examines global cultural orientations to intergroup relations. Currently, his work focuses on vertical and horizontal collectivism as mediators of brutal civil war experiences that contribute to either authoritarian attitudes or forgiveness in the aftermath of war. Related research investigates the influence of culture in the link between disgust and attitudes toward survivors of war who are physically disabled or disfigured. Dr. Holtz has a Ph.D. in social psychology and an MS.Ed in educational psychology from the University of Southern California. He earned his B.A. degree at the University of Washington. Dr. Holtz has taught at Lamar University (Beaumont, Texas), the Ohio State University (Lima, Ohio), and the University of Florida. He is currently an associate professor at Troy University in Troy, Alabama.
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