Changes in social values in the United states, 1976-2007: 'self-respect' is on the upswing as 'a sense of belonging' becomes less important

Changes in the social values in the U.S. from 1976-2007 are examined in a national survey that tackles main demographic variables. Findings show that self-respect is regarded with the greatest importance, followed by warm relationships and self-fulfillment, while sense of belonging diminished in all age groups.