Psychology of Inequality

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What is the concept that refers to the dominance of a ruling class's ideas and values?

Hegemony (correct)

Bayanihan

Legitimizing myths

Indigenous wisdom

What is the purpose of legitimizing myths in a society?

To promote individualism

To eliminate social norms

To challenge existing social hierarchies

To uphold existing social hierarchies (correct)

What is an example of a hierarchy-enhancing legitimizing myth?

Bayanihan

Strongman Leader

Mandate of Heaven (correct)

Indigenous wisdom

What is the main idea behind the 'Bayanihan' narrative?

Highlighting the importance of communal cooperation Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the media in relation to dominant narratives?

To reinforce dominant narratives Signup and view all the answers

What is the concept that refers to the narratives or stories that societies create to justify certain practices or power structures?

Legitimizing myths Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a hierarchy-attenuating legitimizing myth?

Indigenous wisdom Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of dominant narratives on societal norms and perceptions of inequality?

They shape societal norms and perceptions of inequality as 'natural' Signup and view all the answers

What is inequality primarily characterized by?

Unequal distribution of resources, opportunities, and power Signup and view all the answers

What is the Gini coefficient used to measure?

Distribution of income or wealth Signup and view all the answers

What does a Gini coefficient of 0 represent?

Perfect equality Signup and view all the answers

Which country has the highest Gini coefficient among ASEAN's six largest economies?

The Philippines Signup and view all the answers

What is the range of the Gini coefficient?

0 to 1 Signup and view all the answers

What does a higher Gini coefficient indicate?

Greater inequality Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of economic inequality?

Unequal distribution of income Signup and view all the answers

What is the Gini coefficient of Singapore?

35.58% Signup and view all the answers

What is the main stressor that can lead to anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem?

Poverty Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of prolonged exposure to stress hormones like cortisol?

Allostatic load Signup and view all the answers

What is the feeling of being hopeless about the future and a lack of control over one's circumstances?

Depression Signup and view all the answers

What is the condition caused by exposure to violence or crime that can be more common in poverty-stricken areas?

PTSD Signup and view all the answers

What can limit an individual's future opportunities due to poverty?

Constant struggle for basic needs Signup and view all the answers

What can affect brain development and cognitive function?

Chronic stress and malnutrition Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of the constant struggle for basic needs?

Chronic stress Signup and view all the answers

What is the main cause of the allostatic load?

Poverty Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the main consequences of growing up in poverty?

Developmental delays and behavioral problems Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the effects of wealth on an individual?

Decreased empathy and compassion Signup and view all the answers

What is internalized oppression?

The acceptance of the dominant narrative of inferiority Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the psychological impacts of poverty?

Chronic stress and mental health issues Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the maladaptive coping mechanisms developed by the poor?

Learned helplessness Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the results of exposure to negative stereotypes about poverty?

Internalized shame and low self-esteem Signup and view all the answers

What can wealth lead to?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What can poverty lead to in children?