Ethnocentrism Can Be Overcome in Part by

question 47

Multiple Choice

Ethnocentrism can be overcome in part by

• A)avoiding assumptions.
• B)judging other groups according to your own standards.
• C)ignoring the distinctions among cultures.
• D)remembering that people from other cultures communicate in ways that are inferior to your own.

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Definitions:

Removal

The act of taking something away or off from the position occupied.

Disappearance

The act of someone going missing, either by intent or through unforeseen circumstances, leading to uncertainty about their whereabouts and well-being.

Avoidance

A defense mechanism involving keeping away from stressful situations or distressing thoughts and feelings to minimize anxiety or discomfort.

Systematic Desensitization Therapy

A behavioral therapy technique designed to reduce phobic or anxiety responses through gradual exposure to the feared object or situation, combined with relaxation exercises.