Collectivism
Definition
Collectivism is a cultural value that emphasizes group goals above personal goals and the interdependence of societal members.
Related terms
Communalism: A theory or system of government in which virtually autonomous local communities are loosely bound in a federation.
Socialism: A political and economic theory of social organization which advocates that the means of production, distribution, and exchange should be owned or regulated by the community as a whole.
Conformity: Behavior in accordance with socially accepted conventions or standards.
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AP Chinese
AP Comparative Government
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AP Psychology - 7.5 Introduction to Personality
Practice Questions (2)
In collectivism, life tasks…
How can conformity be explained using Solomon Asch's experiment within a cultural context where collectivism predominates?
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