In cultural psychology the mental processes are compared with the society and the individual who has grown up in that society. Comparatively, cross-cultural psychologists systematically research behavior across cultures in different cultural situations (Shiraev & Levy, 2010). Critical Thinking Critical thinking in cross-cultural psychology is important because cross-cultural psychology is about identifying the similarities and differences in individuals and how they function in his or her culture. Critical thinking is about making realistic, valid and reasonable evidence. Critical thinking is described as maintaining an attitude that is open=minded and doubtful (Shiraev & Levy, 2010).
M1: To achieve M1 you will write a report. Choose two of the perspectives and extend your explanation to assess (give careful consideration) to all of the factors which may apply. Identify the most important points or factors and determine the value or importance of these with regard to the study of human behaviour. In order to gain a more comprehensive understanding of human behaviour, I shall examine further two of the psychological perspectives already discussed. By going into further detail of these perspectives, I will be able to assess their contribution to our comprehension of human behaviour; using research studies to give basis to my arguments.
PSYCH 100 – EXAM 1 * What are the goals of psychology? Description, explanation, prediction, control. * Understand the distinction between nativism/empiricism (nature/nurture). Nativism – we are born with out personalities and everything is ingrained in our biology. Empiricism – everything is learned and needs to be adapted to * Know the difference between structuralism/functionalism.
2. Identify professional disciplines that influence human services. Professional disciplines that influence Human Services are sociology, psychology, and anthropology (Woodside & McClam, 2012, p. 11). Sociology is the assessment of an individual and the broader culture and tries to account for while understanding the differences within human culture. It also helps the professionals understand what affects the living, such as family structure and roles.
Abstract This paper will focus on research studies, collection of data, analyzing data, human participants of research studies, selection of research candidates, and treatment of research participants. It will also compare the various methods of research and data collection. Lastly, report should help to answer the question, “What can researchers do to protect the rights and ensure ethical treatment of human participants in research studies?” ETHICAL TREATMENT OF PARTICIPANTS IN RESEARCH STUDIES Research administration and leadership directly help to serve the needs of researchers, scientists, research programs, instructions, and the public. Research can be classified as an encompassing profession that integrates all of the many arts and sciences that serves as the foundational make-up of research. When it comes to understanding the arts and sciences and creating and developing a research program, one must keep in mind the importance and concerns of the treatment of participants and ethical conduct.
Sociology as a discipline examines the ways human societies influences the people who live in these societies. Psychology as a discipline examines the humans mind and behaviors. Anthropology as a discipline examines the cultural, physical, and social development of humans. With each discipline being different, they all bring a unique perspective to understanding the nature of humans and their behaviors. 3.
Society is a living entity, constantly changing and anthropologists help usher us into and explain the changes and their necessity 2) Describe each of the primary characteristics of anthropology (holism, comparativism, culture and fieldwork). Holism- this approach considers culture, history, language and biology as necessary in understanding human society Comparativism – Culture – human thought, behavior and lifestyles that are learned Fieldwork a. What is the importance of each b. What contributions do they make to the
Sociology lets us define and explain human behavioralism such as Beliefs. Specific ideas that people in society hold to be true is the root existence of Beliefs. Beliefs are particular matters which people hold to be true or false. Values pertain to beliefs, Values are culturally defined standards that people use to decide what is desirable, good, and beautiful which serves as a broad guideline for social living. People sharing a culture are looking at the same Values to make choices about how to live.
Cultural competence also requires victim service providers to appreciate how workers need to move from cultural awareness to cultural sensitivity before achieving cultural competence, and to evaluate growth and development throughout these different levels of cultural competence in practice. Self-awareness becomes the basis for professional development and should be supported by supervision and agency administration. Agency administrators and public policy advocates also need to develop strategies to reduce their own biases and expand their
In the chapter, Individual Autonomy and Social Structure, by anthropologist, Dorothy Lee, she discussed how within a given society, there can be many different cultures. It is through culture that we define ourselves to our society, including our own rights and beliefs. With these different points of view and ways of life, there are many normality’s in regards to resolving a conflict, and understanding so. The reading gave outlook on to how different societies deal with their conflicts, and exactly how; “The principle of personal autonomy is supported by the cultural framework.” (Lee, 5) The key problem that is addressed in this reading is the conflict that takes place in between an individual’s autonomy and social structure. Although everyone has personal autonomy, there is always a limit to it, in our society.