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What does the term 'self' refer to in the context of identity toolbox?
What does the term 'self' refer to in the context of identity toolbox?
- Cultural factors only
- Biological factors only
- Features of a person’s identity they choose to emphasize (correct)
- Evolutionary origins
Which of the following are means of self-identification? (Select all that apply)
Which of the following are means of self-identification? (Select all that apply)
- Religion (correct)
- Personal appearance (correct)
- Gaming
- Kinship and family membership (correct)
Match the concepts of self with their descriptions:
Match the concepts of self with their descriptions:
Egocentric = Self as an independent individual Sociocentric = Self dependent on social setting
The Egocentric concept of self views individuals as dependent on their social environment.
The Egocentric concept of self views individuals as dependent on their social environment.
The term 'Rites of Passage' refers to the changes in status and identity.
The term 'Rites of Passage' refers to the changes in status and identity.
What is one characteristic of Generation Z regarding cultural identity?
What is one characteristic of Generation Z regarding cultural identity?
What is the primary goal of anthropology?
What is the primary goal of anthropology?
The changes in our status and identity are marked by __________.
The changes in our status and identity are marked by __________.
What is the systematic study of humans called?
What is the systematic study of humans called?
What does self-identification involve?
What does self-identification involve?
Match the following concepts of the self:
Match the following concepts of the self:
The three phases of Rites of Passage are: Separation, ______, and Incorporation.
The three phases of Rites of Passage are: Separation, ______, and Incorporation.
The Generation Z is considered a passive user of culture.
The Generation Z is considered a passive user of culture.
How do Generation Z individuals define their cultural identity?
How do Generation Z individuals define their cultural identity?
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Study Notes
Anthropological Perspective of the Self
- Identity toolbox emphasizes features individuals choose to highlight in their social self.
- Anthropology systematically studies humans, focusing on evolutionary origins, species uniqueness, and cultural diversity.
- It adopts a holistic view, examining how cultural and biological processes shape individual identity.
- The self is defined through an interplay of genetic inheritance (nature) and sociocultural environment (nurture).
- Personal naming is a universal practice; names individualize and establish a child's social identity with cross-cultural variations.
Ways of Self-Identification
- Key categories for self-identification include:
- Kinship and family membership
- Gender
- Age
- Language
- Religion
- Personal appearance
- Ethnicity
- Socioeconomic status (SES)
Rites of Passage
- Significant life changes reflect a transition in status and identity, with three phases:
- Separation: Detaching from one's previous identity.
- Liminality: Experiencing a transitional phase between identities.
- Incorporation: Official recognition of the new status or identity.
The Self(ie) Generation as Culture Creators
- Generation Z, known as the "Selfie" generation, actively engages with culture rather than being passive consumers.
- Research by Jose Villa highlights that:
- Most Gen Z members define cultural identity through diverse means, contrasting with previous generations.
- This generation embraces and balances multiple cultures, shaping a more fluid cultural identity.
Psychological Perspective of the Self
- Psychology studies human thoughts and behavior scientifically, extending beyond simplistic definitions of self.
Anthropological Perspective of the Self
- Identity toolbox emphasizes features individuals choose to highlight in their social self.
- Anthropology systematically studies humans, focusing on evolutionary origins, species uniqueness, and cultural diversity.
- It adopts a holistic view, examining how cultural and biological processes shape individual identity.
- The self is defined through an interplay of genetic inheritance (nature) and sociocultural environment (nurture).
- Personal naming is a universal practice; names individualize and establish a child's social identity with cross-cultural variations.
Ways of Self-Identification
- Key categories for self-identification include:
- Kinship and family membership
- Gender
- Age
- Language
- Religion
- Personal appearance
- Ethnicity
- Socioeconomic status (SES)
Rites of Passage
- Significant life changes reflect a transition in status and identity, with three phases:
- Separation: Detaching from one's previous identity.
- Liminality: Experiencing a transitional phase between identities.
- Incorporation: Official recognition of the new status or identity.
The Self(ie) Generation as Culture Creators
- Generation Z, known as the "Selfie" generation, actively engages with culture rather than being passive consumers.
- Research by Jose Villa highlights that:
- Most Gen Z members define cultural identity through diverse means, contrasting with previous generations.
- This generation embraces and balances multiple cultures, shaping a more fluid cultural identity.
Psychological Perspective of the Self
- Psychology studies human thoughts and behavior scientifically, extending beyond simplistic definitions of self.
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