Compare and Contrast the Results of Cross­cultural Tests of Memory

question 17

Essay

Compare and contrast the results of cross­cultural tests of memory with cross­cultural tests of concrete operational thinking. What conclusions about universal mental processes can be made from each type of test?

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Definitions:

Linguistic Relativity

The hypothesis that the language one speaks influences and shapes their cognitive processes and worldview.

Aphasia

A disorder of language, thought to have neurological causes, in which language production and/or language reception are disrupted.

Agnosia

A disorder characterized by the inability to recognize and identify objects, people, or sounds, despite having intact sensory function, usually resulting from brain injury or disease.

Amnesia

A deficit in memory caused by brain damage, disease, or psychological trauma, where the individual is unable to recall past experiences or learn new information.