| Abstract: | This study sought to investigate argumentative and aggressive communication and to test for conceptual/methodological equivalence in the Bulgarian culture. One hundred and twenty six Bulgarian residents completed short forms concerning argumentativeness and verbal aggressiveness. Confirmatory factor analysis revealed support for conceptual and methodological equivalence of both constructs. However, gender differences that have historically been observed in other cultures were not observed in Bulgaria. The findings support the growing body of research indicating that argumentativeness and verbal aggressiveness are etic in nature. |
