Ethnocentrism Flashcards
1
Q
What are the arguments for being ethnocentric?
A
All humans are basically the same
Some research would be too difficult e.g morals and language
Sample sizes would be small anyway
2
Q
What are the arguments against ethnocentrism?
A
Can lead to scientific racism
If we weren’t ethnocentric, we would have a better understanding of the human condition
Psychology would be more credible if we looked at everyone
3
Q
What is ethnocentrism?
A
The assumption that your cultural group is superior to others
