Social/cultural norms

Question 1

What is a social norm

Answer 1

Refers to people’s behaviour influenced by perception of how other members of social group behave. Unwritten rules by which social groups are expected to behave.

Question 2

What is a cultural norm

Answer 2

Behaviour patterns of specific groups due to cultural upbringing, ethnic affiliation, country of origin or religious practices. Usually determined by family.

Question 3

Ways social and cultural norms are transmitted

Answer 3

Explicitly- written/declared rules rules e.g dress code on invitation

Implied- unwritten/ not declared e.g body language, disapproving glare

Observed- required behaviour by others e.g drinking at party

Expectation- family, work, school expectations in order to fit in and be successful

Question 4

What promotes social and cultural norms

Answer 4

• population
• media
• celebrity
• advertisement

Question 5

What does the social cognitive theory suggest

Answer 5

That the interaction between an individual and their surrounding environment can influence the way the behave

Question 6

3 factors of social cognitive theory

Answer 6

1. Personal determinants: thoughts/ beliefs effect behaviour
2. Behavioural determinants: health behaviour influenced by environment and personal determinants
3. Environmental determinants: location, culture, peers, family, social setting influencing bahviour