Cultural Identity Development

Question 1

Conformity

Answer 1

Individual displays distinct preference for the dominant culture and holds negative views of their own racial and or cultural group

Question 2

Dissonance

Answer 2

The individual undergoes a period of rethinking or challenging their beliefs. Individual examines and appreciates positive aspects of their own racial/cultural group

Question 3

Resistance and immersion

Answer 3

Individual shows preference for minority views and actively rejects the views of dominant culture

Question 4

Introspection

Answer 4

Individual becomes aware of the negative impact of resistance and immersion stage, may realize they reject some views of majority and minority