Hegemony Refers to a Condition in Which the Dominant Beliefs

question 7

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Hegemony refers to a condition in which the dominant beliefs in a society represent that social order as "right" or natural, and therefore prevent people from challenging the political, economic, and social conditions of their lives.

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Definitions:

Imaginary Audience

The belief that others around us are as concerned with our thoughts and behaviors as we are; one aspect of adolescent egocentrism.

Self-Conscious

An acute awareness of oneself, one's appearance, or one's actions, often leading to feeling overly concerned with how one is perceived by others.

Personal Fable

A cognitive distortion experienced by adolescents, leading them to believe they are unique and invincible.

Traffic Rules

Regulations established by authorities to ensure safe and efficient movement of vehicles and pedestrians on roads.