Culture Flashcards
1
Q
Define culture
A
The behaviors, beliefs, attitudes and traditions shared by a group of people and passed on from one generation to the next
2
Q
What are the 2 types of culture?
A
Collectivist and Individualistic
3
Q
What does culture impact?
A
- Attitudes
- Behaviors
- Child rearing practices
- What is deemed acceptable behavior
4
Q
What are individualistic cultures and what is one example?
A
Emphasize needs of the individual over the needs of the group e.g. United States
5
Q
What are collectivist cultures and what is one example?
A
Emphasize family and work group goals above individual needs or desires e.g. Japan
6
Q
What are traits of individualism?
A
- Promotes individual goals, initiative and achievement
- Values independence
- Dependence seen as shameful
- People strive for their own success
7
Q
What are traits of collectivism?
A
- Each person is encouraged to be an active player in society
- Promotes unity, brotherhood, and selflessness
- Working with others/cooperation is the norm
8
Q
What is bad about individualism?
A
Susceptibility to loneliness
9
Q
What is bad about collectivism?
A
Can cause strong fear of rejection
