Sociocultural Approach 2 - Acculturation

What is acculturation?

• A process of psychological and cultural change as a result of contact and interaction between cultures

• A type of dance

• A type of food

• A type of clothing

What is the impact of globalization on acculturation?

• No impact on acculturation

• Driving acculturation

• Reversing acculturation

• Halting acculturation

Which strategy results in the lowest levels of acculturative stress according to Berry (2005)?

• Marginalization

• Separation

• Assimilation

• Integration

What is the healthy migrant effect?

• Recent migrants tend to be older than their native born counterparts

• Recent migrants tend to be unhealthier than their native born counterparts

• Recent migrants tend to be healthier than their native born counterparts

• Recent migrants tend to be the same as their native born counterparts

What is acculturative stress?

• A type of celebration

• Biopsychosocial difficulties when adapting to a new cultural context

• A type of exercise

• A type of music genre

What is the main difference between honour killings and other forms of domestic violence?

• Honour killings are not premeditated

• Honour killings are always accidental

• Honour killings are spontaneous acts of violence

• Honour killings are planned in advance and can include multiple family members

What is the main reason for the Shafia girls being caught in a culture clash?

• Living in Canada but not allowed to be Canadian

• Living in Australia but not allowed to be Australian

• Living in Afghanistan but not allowed to be Afghan

• Living in the USA but not allowed to be American

What is the relationship between acculturation and obesity according to the studies mentioned?

• Acculturation increases height

• Acculturation reduces obesity

• Acculturation has no impact on obesity

• Acculturation may contribute to obesity and being overweight

What is the impact of migration and acculturation on mental health in children and adolescents?

• Improves mental health

• Reduces mental health issues

• Has no impact on mental health

• Can have severe implications such as insecure attachment and aggressive behavior

What is the main factor that determines behavior in acculturation studies?

• Interplay of the cultures in contact

• Individual preferences only

• Economic status

• Government regulations