Time Orientation Flashcards
African/Mexican cultures think particular task or spending time with another has to be accomplished in the here and now because opportunity can’t be regained. Also share belief time is flexible and events will begin when they arrive,30min-1hr late is acceptable
Linear
Middle class regardless of ethnic culture origin delay immediate gratification, tend to structure time rigidly , adhere to time structured schedule
Future
Less likely to embrace preventative health care. Focused on here and now, adopt wait and see approach, diagnosed but still “feel good” and don’t use medication due to no symptoms. Economic pressures forcing into this orientation when day to day survival takes priority over future needs
Present