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Stereotypes

Stereotypes A stereotype is a preconceived notion or set of notions that a person applies to a specific group of people, situations, or places. According to social psychology, a stereotype is a...

Social Control Theory and Solving Drug Abuse

Social Control Theory and Solving Drug Abuse Social Control Theory was created by Travis Hirschi. It proposes that the relationships between people and their surroundings, commitments, values, and...

Social Institutions- Religion

Social Institutions- Religion Most religions, such as Christianity, begin as a cult, then transition into a sect and then into an ecclesia. Cults sprout as new religious groups which are considered...

The Building Blocks of Culture

The Building Blocks of Culture People need building blocks to adapt to a different culture, including communication, shared values, language, symbols, routines, and rituals. Learning to speak the...

Emotions during Religious Ceremonies

Emotions during Religious Ceremonies When the notion of emotions during religious ceremonies comes to mind, it is pertinent to note that a majority of emotions often have properties of the salience...