The "Who Are You?" Task Asks Students to Write Down

question 53

Essay

The "Who Are You?" task asks students to write down things that describe who they are. Interesting cultural differences emerge in how students respond. Generate five responses that are characteristic of someone from an independent culture and five responses that are characteristic of someone from an interdependent culture. Then, describe how these responses differ.

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Definitions:

Neurotic

Refers to an individual experiencing emotional distress but not losing touch with reality, often resulting from underlying stress or anxiety.

Conscious

Being cognizant and reflective of one's own life, perceptions, thoughts, the environment, and life events.

Rational Way

Approaching situations and problem-solving based on logical reasoning, facts, and systematic thought processes.

Unconscious Processes

Mental activities outside of conscious awareness, influencing thoughts, feelings, and behaviors according to psychoanalytic theory.