WEEK 2 LESSON 5: CULTURAL PSYCHOLOGY Flashcards
1
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What does cultural psychology study?
A
How culture shapes behavior, thoughts, and emotions.
2
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What is ethnocentrism?
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Judging other cultures based on one’s own cultural norms.
3
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: What is socialization?
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The process where culture is transmitted and internalized by new members.
4
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What are social norms?
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Rules and expectations that define acceptable behavior in a culture.
5
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What is the difference between individualism and collectivism?
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Individualism → Focus on personal goals (USA, Europe).
Collectivism → Focus on group goals (Africa, Asia).
6
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Why did cultural psychology gain popularity in the 1980s?
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Due to civil rights and women’s rights movements and increasing cultural diversity.
