4- Culture and the Self Flashcards
1
Q
What are identity and the self a product of?
A
Culture and society we live in
2
Q
Where does most research on the self come from?
A
WEIRD participants
3
Q
How do different cultures differ in emphasis of the self?
A
Different cultures put emphasis on different aspects of the self
4
Q
What culture focuses on the independent self?
A
Individualistic
5
Q
What cultures put emphasis on the interdependent self?
A
Collectivist
6
Q
4 aspects of independent self culture
A
Bounded, stable, autonomous
Personal attributes guide action
Achievement-oriented
Responsible for own behaviour
7
Q
4 aspects of interdependent self culture
A
Connected, fluid, flexible
Social relationships guide action
Oriented to collective
Meets obligations and conforms to norms
