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Constraints to Preservation of Traditional Knowledge and Culture
Globalization and modernization
Diffusion of the family unit
Ideology of modern Western society—individualism—leaves a vacuum in the lives of people accustomed to living as a community
Introduction of television as a substitute for storytelling and conversation
Fear that traditional knowledge will be used to the advantage of others outside of the culture
Lack of structure or support system for traditional culture and activities necessary to maintain it—”cultural support”
The dynamic nature of traditional knowledge