Characteristics of Culture
What is individualism?
Emphasis on the individual over the group, personal achievement
What are etics?
Universal components of an idea, view from outside a cultural group
What cultural perspective has psychology typically been viewed from?
Western/American
What is a horizontal society?
A society that views all people as equal.
What is a "tough culture"?
What does W.E.I.R.D stand for?
Western, educated, industrialized, rich , democratic
When does a culture of honor emerge?
When forces of civilization, laws, and government are weak and people must protect themselves, their family, and their property
What are experience-near constructs?
The lens you see the world based on your culture, how you feel emotion, desire gols, organize thoughts.