Lesson 9: Introduction to Culture Flashcards
what are some life aspects that are influenced by culture?
food, dress, holidays, art, music, language, and our world perception
what is culture?
a shared set of belief systems, values, practices, and assumptions which determine how we interact with and interpret the world
what are cultural lens
the values, beliefs, assumptions, and practices through which we see and understand the world around us
how can culture be a barrier in healthcare
if a provider and patient have different views on how the world works, what is important in life, and what causes an illness or how to treat an illness, then this can cause potential misunderstandings between the patient and provider
if there is action/message in one context that has a completely different meaning in another context, what should an MI do?
It is the job of an MI to clarify the cultural norms which can be crucial to understanding
what is active culture?
a person’s unique outlook, shaped by their individual life experiences
how can people from the same cultural group with the same values have different beliefs and customs?
This is due to active culture which is different for each person and constantly changes and grows
what are some factors that influence active culture?
- history
- place (country, climate, etc)
- primary language
- influence of family and friends
- formal & informal education
- religion
- disability
- economic experiences
- traumatic or significant life events
- acculturation
- assimilation
- social class
what is acculturation?
process of adapting to a new culture without losing one’s original culture
what is assimilation
to fully become part of a different society, country, or culture other than the original
what is bicultural mean
when a person identifies with 2 cultures
