Topic 3

Question 1

Typology

Answer 1

Generalisation used to classify things into groups or types according to their characteristics, which don’t necessarily apply to every real world example

Question 2

World rejecting groups

Answer 2

In opposition to the world and reject many of the dominant norms and values of society and replace them with alternative beliefs or practices

Question 3

World accommodating groups

Answer 3

Generally accept the dominant norms and values of society and members will live similar lifestyles to other members of society

Question 4

World affirming groups

Answer 4

Accept society as it is and offer individuals the opportunity for self improvement within it

Question 5

New age ideas

Answer 5

Refer to the wide diversity of mind body spirit ideas interests and therapy

Question 6

Self spirituality

Answer 6

Turned away from traditional ‘external’ religions and instead look inside themselves

Question 7

Detraditionalisation

Answer 7

Rejection of traditional established religion being replaced by spirituality