module 10: cross-cultural

Question 1

What are the non-material elements of culture?

Answer 1

Values, beliefs, language, symbols

These elements provide meaning and are integral to culture.

Question 2

Define artifacts in the context of culture.

Answer 2

Things that we carry on us such as clothing, jewelry, technology, or other materials

Artifacts are physical representations of cultural values.

Question 3

Give examples of artifacts.

Answer 3

Clothing, jewelry, technology, wood

These items can vary in significance across different cultures.

Question 4

What does the value of silk clothing signify in certain cultures?

Answer 4

It indicates importance and cultural significance

Wearing specific clothing can reflect cultural identity.

Question 5

What is the significance of head coverings in some cultures?

Answer 5

They are considered artifacts that have cultural meaning

Head scarves and other head coverings often reflect cultural or religious beliefs.

Question 6

Fill in the blank: Artifacts are elements that are _______.

Answer 6

materialistic or material

Question 7

True or False: Knitting is a practice that is unique to one culture.

Answer 7

False

Knitting is done all over the world, indicating its universal nature.

Question 8

What do collectivist cultures value?

Answer 8

Interdependence

Collectivist cultures emphasize the importance of individuals working together and relying on one another.

Question 9

What is meant by ‘group synchrony’ in collectivist societies?

Answer 9

People depend on each other for support and togetherness

Question 10

How are families characterized in collectivist societies?

Answer 10

More closely knitted and attached

Question 11

In collectivist cultures, what takes precedence over individual aspirations?

Answer 11

Group needs and family aspirations

Question 12

True or False: Individualistic cultures are considered better than collectivist cultures.

Answer 12

False

Question 13

What influences the differences in values and beliefs between collectivist and individualistic cultures?

Answer 13

Upbringing and geographical location

Question 14

In collectivist societies, what do members often sacrifice?

Answer 14

Their own needs and benefits for the family

Question 15

Fill in the blank: Collectivist cultures emphasize the development of _______.

Answer 15

[groups]

Question 16

What is a key characteristic of societal norms in collectivist cultures?

Answer 16

Foregoing individual needs for group needs

Question 17

What is a common behavior in collectivist societies regarding community members?

Answer 17

Willingness to sacrifice personal benefits

Question 18

What may migration impact regarding health?

Answer 18

Access to health services and professionals

Migration can limit access to healthcare resources, including general practitioners (GPs) and other health professionals.

Question 19

What has migration studies shown about Japanese women moving to the US?

Answer 19

Increased prevalence of disorders that matched Caucasian counterparts

This indicates a change in disease patterns due to migration.

Question 20

What factors are suggested to be important for the health of women according to migration studies?

Answer 20

Cultural and environmental factors

Health is influenced not only by socio-economic status but also by cultural and environmental changes.

Question 21

What does the change in disease pattern suggest about health?

Answer 21

Importance of cultural and environmental factors

The environment in which individuals live can significantly affect health outcomes.

Question 22

Fill in the blank: Health disparities may occur due to changes in the _______.

Answer 22

[macro system]

Question 23

What are two aspects of life that may be impacted by changes in the macro system?

Answer 23

Engagement and ways of living

Migration can alter how individuals engage with their environment and their lifestyle choices.

Question 24

What are the four concepts discussed in relation to cultural integration?

Answer 24

Integration, assimilation, separation, marginalization

Question 25

What does integration mean in the context of cultural adaptation?

Answer 25

Maintaining original culture while also incorporating aspects of the majority group

Question 26

What is assimilation?

Answer 26

Adopting the culture of the majority group and rejecting original cultural values

Question 27

What characterizes separation in cultural adaptation?

Answer 27

Maintaining original culture without accepting any aspects of the host culture

Question 28

What is marginalization?

Answer 28

Inability to maintain original culture or adopt the host culture

Question 29

True or False: Individuals who assimilate practice their original cultural rituals and customs.

Answer 29

False

Question 30

Fill in the blank: Individuals who cannot identify with the host culture and do not practice their original culture are said to be in a state of _______.

Answer 30

marginalization

Question 31

What are some potential consequences of marginalization?

Answer 31

Mental health issues and inability to form clear identities

Question 32

What is the balance individuals seek when integrating into a new culture?

Answer 32

Maintaining their own culture while adopting functional aspects of the majority group

Question 33

In which cultural adaptation strategy do individuals completely reject their original cultural values?

Answer 33

Assimilation

Question 34

What do individuals who practice separation do regarding their cultural practices?

Answer 34

They speak their language and eat their own food, rejecting host culture