Culture and Motivation Flashcards
1
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Self - Enhancement
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Motivation to view oneself positively
2
Q
Self-Esteem
A
Positivity of overall evaluation of oneself
3
Q
Self-Serving Bias
A
Tendency to exaggerate one’s positive characteristics
-Evidence for self-esteem and self-enhancement
4
Q
Face
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Social value given by tears if one fulfills obligations and expectations
5
Q
Group Agency
A
Collectivistic societies perceive groups as agents
6
Q
Making choices
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-N.A. contexts strongly emphasize choice relative to other cultures
-Non-western cultures leave important decisions to those who are close to them
-Americans prefer having many choices
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