5.5.1 Social and Cultural Issues in Psychology

• What do social issues in psychology refer to?

  Problems affecting individuals and societies
• Social issues in psychology often involve topics like inequality, discrimination, stereotypes, and prejudice
• Inequality can lead to reduced opportunities for individuals.
• Match the social issue with its impact on society:

  Discrimination ↔️ Social unrest

  Stereotypes ↔️ Reinforces societal biases

  Prejudice ↔️ Fuels conflicts

  Inequality ↔️ Social division
• What role does culture play in psychological studies?

  Shapes human behavior
• Culture refers to shared values, beliefs, norms, and behaviors
• Individualistic cultures value group harmony over personal freedom.

  False
• What is one methodological consideration in cross-cultural research?

  Sample selection
• In cross-cultural research, it is essential to ensure the accuracy of translations
• Cultural sensitivity in research can lead to more equitable interventions.
• What do social inequalities refer to?

  Disparities in resources and opportunities
• Social inequalities can lead to chronic stress, insecurity, and a lack of resources
• Experiencing discrimination can result in PTSD.
• Match the type of inequality with its mental health impact:

  Economic inequality ↔️ Stress and anxiety

  Educational inequality ↔️ Feelings of inadequacy

  Healthcare inequality ↔️ Delayed or no treatment

  Social status inequality ↔️ Low self-esteem
• Why is addressing social inequalities important?

  Improves mental health outcomes
• Informed consent requires participants to understand the study's purpose, procedures, and risks
• Confidentiality in research protects participant privacy.
• What is data security in research designed to prevent?

  Unauthorized access or misuse
• What are social issues in psychology defined as?

  Problems affecting individuals and societies
• Understanding social issues is crucial for promoting well-being and fostering inclusivity
• Match each social issue with its impact on individuals and society:

  Inequality ↔️ Low self-esteem, social division

  Discrimination ↔️ Mental health issues, marginalization

  Stereotypes ↔️ Biased judgments, perpetuation of myths

  Prejudice ↔️ Hostile behavior, limited harmony
• What is culture in psychological terms?

  Shared system of values, beliefs
• Individualistic cultures prioritize group harmony and social responsibility.

  False
• Individualistic cultures value individual achievement and personal freedom
• What type of stress coping strategy is favored in collectivist cultures?

  Emotional support
• Steps to ensure methodological considerations in cross-cultural research:

  1️⃣ Recruit diverse participants

  2️⃣ Use scales with measurement equivalence

  3️⃣ Ensure translation accuracy

  4️⃣ Be aware of researcher bias
• What are social inequalities defined as?

  Disparities in access to resources
• Match each type of inequality with its mental health impact:

  Economic inequality ↔️ Stress, anxiety, depression

  Educational inequality ↔️ Inadequacy, depression

  Healthcare inequality ↔️ Delayed treatment, worsening conditions

  Social status inequality ↔️ Low self-esteem, isolation
• Economic inequality can lead to increased levels of stress and anxiety.
• Educational inequality can cause feelings of inadequacy and depression
• What is one mental health impact of social status inequality?

  Low self-esteem
• Ethical principles in research on social issues:

  1️⃣ Informed consent

  2️⃣ Confidentiality

  3️⃣ Data security
• Informed consent requires participants to understand the study's purpose and risks before agreeing to participate.
• What did the "Mental Health Disparities" case study highlight?

  Cultural differences in mental health
• The "Social Discrimination" case study found that discrimination impairs academic performance