Psychology 1A (Cross Cultural) Flashcards
Cultural Competence
Experience with appropriate knowledge and behaviour in intercultural situations
Considering Power
Dynamics between the client and practitioner
Cultural Encapsulation
Poor experience with cultural adaptation
Culture (definition)
Groups of individuals who share similar ideologies and social etiquette
Enculturation
Learning new cultures outside one’s own
Acculturation
Adapting to new cultures
Cultural Adaptation
Scale of developing cultural experience and skills in small groups or society
Multiculturalism
Variety of different cultures in the same area
Race
Phenotypical features
Nationality
Country Origin
Ethnicity
Cultural inheritance
Cross-Cultural Psychology (definition)
Cultural comparisons between individuals or groups
Emics
Study of a culture
Etics
Study of cultures through comparison
Dynamics in collective/national groups
Power distance (wealth), Uncertainty avoidance, Individualism, Masculinity/Femininity and long/short term goals
Indigenous Psychology
Specialised methodologies in practice and knowledge
Indigenous Psychology (limitations)
Past trauma and strong connection with the country’s land and communities
Indigenous Psychology (strategies)
Professional experience and self-determination in indigenous individuals
Ethical Considerations
Spirit, reciprocity, respect, equity, cultural continuity and responsibility