The Influence of Culture and Religion:

Question 1

How does culture, community, and beliefs influence development?

Answer 1

They influence morality, dress, diet, lifestyle, relationships, and personal values.

Question 2

What are dietary restrictions, and what are some examples?

Answer 2

Some religions forbid the consumption of certain foods (e.g., shellfish for Jews or pork for Muslims).
• Buddhists and many Hindus are vegetarian.

Question 3

What are the possible health benefits of dietary restrictions?

Answer 3

• High fibre and low-fat diets lower the risk of high cholesterol, heart disease, and high blood pressure.
• Reduced risk of cancers and heart disease if alcohol and stimulants are restricted.

Question 4

What are the possible health risks of dietary restrictions?

Answer 4

• Nutritional deficiencies (e.g., lack of calcium for bones and teeth).
• Iron and vitamin B12 deficiencies (for red blood cells).
• Vitamin D deficiency (for healthy bone growth).
• Protein deficiency (for maintaining muscles, organs, skin, and bones).

Question 5

What is fasting, and which religions practice it?

Answer 5

Fasting involves periods of not eating.
• Practiced by Muslims during Ramadan, Jews for several days, and Mormons on the first Sunday of each month.

Question 6

What are the possible health benefits of fasting?

Answer 6

• Loss of weight.
• Reduced cholesterol levels.
• Detoxification.

Question 7

What are the possible health risks of fasting?

Answer 7

• Heartburn.
• Constipation.
• Malnourishment.
• Dehydration.
• Exacerbation of conditions like diabetes or stress.

Question 8

What are some examples of medical interventions influenced by religion?

Answer 8

• Christian scientists believe in healing through prayer.
• Jehovah’s Witnesses do not receive blood transfusions.

Question 9

What is a health risk of refusing medical interventions?

Answer 9

Deterioration in health and possible death.

Question 10

What are some positive effects of culture and religion on individuals?

Answer 10

• People share the same values, beliefs, and religion.
• People feel accepted and supported by others.
• People feel valued by others because of their values, beliefs, and religion.

Question 11

What are some negative effects of culture and religion on individuals?

Answer 11

• People may be discriminated against because of their values, beliefs, or religion.
• People may feel excluded because of their values, beliefs, or religion.
• A person’s culture may be ignored or not understood.