Psych Week 2 Flashcards
(8 cards)
1
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What is the definition of culture
A
There is no one definition. There are over 150. It is a learned, dynamic and can shift with times. It is a series of shared values, beliefs and attitudes.
2
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What is enculation?
A
processing of absorbing and internalizing the rules of the culture we live in
3
Q
What is ethnocentric ism?
A
tendency for a person’s own culture to influence the way we see the rest of the world
4
Q
Emic perspective
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- examines a specific group
- doesn’t assume universal properties
5
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etic perspective
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- cross cultural psychology
- examines similarities and differences between cultures
6
Q
Cultural competency
A
a psychologist’s effectiveness in communicating and behaving
7
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Examples of differences in culture
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- Time: monochronic vs polychronic
- Values: individuality vs collectivist
8
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What does W.E.I.R.D stand for?
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Westernized, educated, industrialized, rich, democratic
