Explain How Anthropologists Define and Use the Term Suffering

question 14

Essay

Explain how anthropologists define and use the term suffering. How do they apply this concept? Provide examples from the text.

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Definitions:

Oppositional Culture

A subculture's adoption of norms and values that strongly contrast with and oppose the dominant society's norms and values.

Acting White

A term used to describe a scenario where a person of color is perceived to adopt the cultural traits or behaviors stereotypically associated with white people.

Target Empowerment Model

A model which suggests that targets of bias can employ strategies that deflect discrimination, as long as those methods aren’t perceived as confrontational.

Non-Confrontational

Avoiding direct confrontation or conflict; opting for a more passive or diplomatic approach.