key term - Values

Definition

Values are the deeply-held beliefs and principles that guide our behavior and decision-making. They represent what we consider to be important or desirable in life.

Related terms

Attitudes:

Attitudes are our evaluations or opinions about people, objects, or situations. They can influence our behavior and actions.

Socialization: Socialization refers to the process by which individuals learn societal norms, attitudes, values, and roles through interactions with others.

Cultural Relativism:

Cultural relativism is the perspective that beliefs, customs, and behaviors should be understood within their own cultural context rather than judging them based on one's own cultural standards.