influence of culture and religion on development

Question 1

What can influence of culture and religion effect ?

Answer 1

dress, personal value, diet, morality, lifestyle, relationships

Question 2

Name some examples of dietary restrictions in culture and religion.

Answer 2

some religions forbid the consumption of certain foods, such as shellfish for jews or pork for muslims + buddhists and many hindus are vegetarian

Question 3

what are some possible health benefits of dietary restrictions in culture and religion?

Answer 3

High fibre and/or low fat diets lower risk of high cholesterol, heart disease and high blood pressure + Reduced risk of cancers and heart diease if alcohol and stimulants are restricted

Question 4

what are some possible health risks of dietary restrictions in culture and religion?

Answer 4

nutritional deficiences such as lack of calcium, iron, vitamin B12, vitamin D and protein

Question 5

Name some examples of fasting in culture and religion

Answer 5

several religions have periods of fasting such as muslims( during Ramadan), Jews( several days in the year) and Mormons( first sunday of each month).

Question 6

possible positive social and emotional effects of culture and religion

Answer 6

people share the same values, beliefs and religion+ people feel accepted and are supported by others+ people feel valued by others because of their values, beliefs and religion

Question 7

possible negative social and emotional effects of culture and religion

Answer 7

people are discriminated against because of their values, beliefs and religion + people feel excluded because of their values, beliefs or religion+ a person’s culture is ignored or not understood.