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psy 372 midterm 1

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multicultural psychology
systematic study of behavior, cognition, and affect in settings where people of different backgrounds interact
multiculturalism
a concept that values the peaceful coexistence and mutual respect between different cultures inhabiting the same territory
culture
way of life, especially general customs and beliefs, of a particular group
-set of customs/traditions/values of a society/community, such as ethnic group/nation
broad view
includes gender, SES, age, etc
narrow view
race and ethnicity
melting pot
immigrants assimilate in order to become one common culture "american" (similar)
salad bowl
calls for us to celebrate our diversity along with our oneness
stew
blending
assimilation model
white anglo-saxon culture as norm
culture sensitivity model
understanding and being sensitive to cultural differences
(most people)
anti-racism model
those in power can perpetuate institutionally racist practices, encourages action
race
differences in skin, hair, facial, body
ethnicity
differences in language, religion, customs, traditions, foods
race definition
socially defined category based on perceived biological differences between groups of people
ethnicity definition
socially defined category based on common language, religion, etc
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