Understanding Culture: A Deep Dive into Human Behavior
Culture
The study of anthropology, which began in the nineteenth century, is responsible for exploring the science of human cultures.
Definition
Tylor defined culture as “a complex whole which includes knowledge, belief, art, morality, law, customs, and other capabilities acquired by man as a member of society.” However, not all anthropologists agreed. Mosterín defines culture as the “information transmitted between animals of the same kind through social learning.”
Culture and Instinct in Animals
Animals
Read MoreChild Development in the School Years: Physical, Cognitive, and Emotional Growth
Child Development in the School Years
Physical Development
During the school years, children experience a period of steady physical growth. This is a relatively calm period before the rapid growth spurt of adolescence. Body proportions change, with adjustments in head diameter, waist circumference, and lower leg length relative to overall height. Between the ages of 10 and 11, most children develop the physical skills necessary to participate in activities like tennis, running, climbing, swimming,
Read MoreCognitive Development in Early Childhood (2-7 Years)
Cognitive Development in Early Childhood (2-7 Years)
The Pre-Operational Stage
According to Piaget, the pre-operational stage (between 2 and 7 years) is characterized by the ability to use mental representations but an inability to use logic consistently. This stage is more advanced than sensorimotor thought, extending beyond senses and motor skills to include language, imagination, and symbolic thought. Pre-operational thinking doesn’t require immediate, visible objects; it uses words, imitation,
Read MoreMastering Nursing Research: Key Concepts and Methods
Scale Development & Validity
A nurse researcher developed a new 10-item scale to measure resilience. – Internal consistency
A nurse researcher developed a new scale to measure cigarette consumption – Criterion validity
A nurse researcher developed a new scale to measure preparedness for caregiving – Content validity
A nurse researcher developed a new scale to measure the self-care behaviors of adults with type 2 diabetes. – Construct validity
Research Studies & Designs
A nurse researcher is studying
The Science of Interpersonal Attraction: Why We Choose Our Friends
The Science Behind Friendship
Why We Choose Our Friends
Why do we form friendships? Why are we drawn to certain individuals while others remain strangers? This exploration delves into the common saying “birds of a feather flock together,” examining the factors that underpin our social connections. We’ll explore existing research on relationship initiation, focusing on attraction, similarity, and complementarity.
The Role of Attraction
Attraction is fundamental to socializing. Key factors influencing
Read MoreForensic Psychiatry and Psychology: Simulation in Legal Contexts
Forensic Psychiatry and Psychology: Simulation
Simulation in Legal Contexts
In forensic psychiatry and psychology, simulation involves feigning a mental state that an individual does not possess. A key distinction between general psychiatry and forensic psychiatry lies in the utilitarian nature of simulated behaviors. Psychiatric care focuses on long-term patient well-being, while forensic psychiatry often involves brief interviews driven by legal authorities.
Minkowski’s Definition of Simulation
Simulation
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