ISSUES IN THE STUDY OF DEVELOPMENT SKILL
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Reference:
Topic:
Issues in the Study of Development
Skill:
Conceptual
Objective:
1.1
Answer: Individualistic cultures should be defined as fostering independence and
competition (United States and Western Europe) and collectivistic cultures as fostering
cooperation and dependence (Hispanic and Native American). Psychology must
recognize the influence of these cultural approaches in the responses and reactions of
people to various psychological tests and measures.