Examining the Effect of Culture on the Way People Think

question 83

Multiple Choice

Examining the effect of culture on the way people think, feel, and act is the focus of

• A) abnormal psychology.
• B) multicultural psychology.
• C) psychopathology.
• D) the mental hygiene movement.

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Definitions:

Proactive Personalities

Individuals who are naturally inclined to take initiative and effect change in their environment, rather than just reacting to it.

Initiative

The ability to assess and initiate things independently without needing to be prompted by others.

Effect Change

To cause a significant difference or alteration in a situation or condition.

Self-esteem

An individual's subjective evaluation of their own worth, encompassing beliefs and emotions such as triumph, despair, pride, and shame.