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A mental disorder is a breakdown in development, mental process, or physical realm created by a problem in the thoughts, emotions, or behaviors
of an individual as noted by disabling conditions on a personal, familial, social, and occupational level (Shiraev & Levy, 2017). To be considered a
mental disorder, there must be distress on the part of the individual affected by the clinical findings (Shiraev & Levy, 2017). Diagnoses of mental
disorders can be challenging because of cultural input. Shiraev and Levy (2017) suggested "subjective experience", "idioms of distress", "diagnoses",
"treatment", and "outcome" are affected by the individual cultures (p. 253). Basically, how a person manifests their symptoms is based on cultural
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So, we need to have a universal understanding of things or a set of "central symptoms" that transcend indigenous or cultural specificity (Shiraev &
Levy, 2017, p. 256). Shiraev and Levy (2017) show these symptoms to be cross cultural in nature, yet expression may be different based on cultural
adaptation. The text shows neurasthenia as a universal diagnostic label because of its vague constructs it allowed for a lessened diagnosis when a
stronger disorder was not necessary (Shiraev & Levy, 2017). The vagueness of the diagnosis became the universalist global concept of neurasthenia
(Shiraev & Levy, 2017). From a personal perspective without having a global understanding to an applied cultural concept, we run the risk of
diagnosing a hundred different ideals that are basically the same idea only differentiated by the cultural context; likewise, not having a cultural
backdrop limits diagnoses overwhelmingly because many of the big picture disorders require a historical context in order to ensure the right
diagnostic criterion. Conclusively on a macro level, mental disorders are represented by a global set of manifestations based on deviation from the
global norm, outward dysfunction, and personal suffering; however, on a micro level, each culture defines an additional set of local representations,
based on specific cultural expectations, social norms and customs, and other outside factors, which enable a bigger view of mental malfunctions and
disorders (Shiraev & Levy,
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Personal Experience: A Cultural Analysis
I always found it challenging to say what my ethnicity and culture was. If anyone takes a look at me, they would say I'm Indian. Then I tell them I
am on my mother's side, but on my dad's side, I'm actually from Pakistan. They only get more confused when I tell them my dad only lived there
for 10 years and lived in Sweden for most of his adolescent life. That only tells people what my heritage was, but that's where I begin to get
befuddled. Even though my parents are from there, I was born and raised in the United States. I always had a difficult time defining myself
culturally because I had deep Desi roots, but I was also a "normal" American. Just like most American teenagers, I go shopping at the mall, hang out
with my friends, go to the movies, and spend hours listening to music off of Spotify. However, I still was different. Unlike my friends who could
get Bs and Cs, go out without asking permission first, and wear short shorts, I had to get As, ask several times before going out, and had to stick
with fingertip length shorts. Being culturally different from most of my friends always made me stand out in a crowd for both my skin color and for
the way I acted which made me seem vastly different from "normal" Americans. When I was a child, I went to a predominantly white elementary
school. There was one African American kid, a handful of Asians, and maybe ten South Asians. Because I went to such an undiverse
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I am an American in every sense. Each year I celebrate the 4th of July, I spend summer breaks at beaches, and I have a normalhigh school experience
with friends, gossip, and textbooks. I am also an Indian in every sense. I celebrate all my religious holidays, I videochat with my relatives in India,
and I watch Indian television and movies. Although it was difficult to reach the state of both cultures being perfectly balanced, I finally did reach that
state after years of it being

Cultural Analysis : Cultural Baggage
Cultural baggage is when a person's own behaviors or beliefs can hinder or interfere with someone else culture without them knowing it. An example is
when I had an Amish patient and Amish women let the men do the talking and I would always try and talk to her forgetting about their culture because
it was different than mine.
Ethnocentrism is judging other cultures based on one own cultures and standards because people think there culture is better than other people's culture.
An example of this would be America. Even though we are a melting pot of many different cultures and standard's, many Americans think that the
standard of our health care and how we live are better than how other's live in different countries .
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I educated the patient on the effects of having uncontrolled blood pressure and diabetes and provided nutrient education but I had to also respect her
culture also.
Cultural self–assessment is a reflection on a nurse own idea's, values and attitudes and how they were formed on the nurses journey. Nurse find their
strength and there weakness along the path and they may change as the nurse grows in self–discovery through experience and furthering education. I
grew up in a small country town and when I moved to a large hospital I found out that one of my weaknesses is that I do not have that much
experience with foreign patients. I have never had a Russian speaking patient and I had no idea what kind of cultural things I would see like the
patient wanted sausage, potatoes and rolls for breakfast with oatmeal and it was such a shock that this patient could eat so much for breakfast even
though she was her for abdominal pain and she should have been on a clear diet but because of her culture that's what she at every day for breakfast
back in Russia. I think that it's important the health care professionals keep learning and

Cultural Analysis And Literary Criticism
Cultural is defined as the attitudes, customs, and beliefs that distinguish one group from another.
Culture is conveyed through language, material objects, rituals, institutions, and art, from one generation to the next
Discourses are the frameworks or interpretation. Humans learn what different signs mean through communication and culture (discourse). Discursive
formations with the process where unquestioned and seemingly natural ways of interpreting the world become ideologies.
.. Defined as the attitudes, customs, and beliefs that distinguishes one group of people from another.
..Is an academic field that is grounded in critical theory and literary criticism dealing with political dynamics of contemporary culture, historical
foundations, conflict, and defining traits.
"To find understanding in the meaning of a given culture though the various practices, beliefs, institutions and political economic or social structure."
This theory refers to the theories of knowledge, language, power, psychology, gender/sexuality, and society in relation to culture.
It is a theoretical discipline and does not rely on empirical fieldwork.
Hall presented a theory that said the goal of cultural studies is to empower those who may be on the margins of society
Hall was inspired by Foucalt. He was interested in where people get their meaning.
Who are the dominant voices in society and why them?
Who is allowed to create ideologies?
Term coined by Richard Hoggart in 1964 whom founded Birmingham

The Great Gatsby: Cultural Analysis
A primary theme in The Great Gatsby is the upper class is a shallow, disloyal group of people. The director Baz Luhrmann used the finest gems and
clothing for his characters to emphasize the great gap between upper and lower class. The way that Luhrmann portrayed Daisy, Jordan, and in
particular Tom was meant to give the image that the upper class people were different from lower class citizens. Luhrmann made Daisy and Tom
seem detached from regular society using their dialogue. Tom always seemed to talk down upon people because he thinks he has the right to do so
because of all of his money. His bigotry and alienation from the common people is evident when he says, " Everyone ought to read it. The idea is that
it's up to us, the dominant race,...show more content...
The most prevalent movie is the one made in 2013 because it is the newest one made. The themes and portrayals are very well thought out throughout
the book are what make it and it's adaptations great and timeless.
One of the primary themes in The Great Gatsby, what truly made it memorable and a classic, is the theme of betrayal. Betrayal's role throughout the
tragic love story of two young millionaires pops up throughout the book and is one of the main things that draws people in. The big theme of betrayal
plays into current American culture with how much more common infidelity is. Tom and Daisy's betrayal of each other fits perfectly with how
society behaves now. What Nick Carraway says during the movie furthers my assertion. Nick says, "They were careless people, Tom and Daisy. They
smashed up things and people, and then retreated back into their money and their vast carelessness" (The Great Gatsby). The quote connects how
careless Daisy and Tom were which reflects on many younger people's views. Younger people in high school and college are not often looking for
commitment, making them careless with how their significant other

Gran Torino : Cultural Conflict And Redemption
Cheryl Evans
Carol Hayes
Interpersonal Communication
11 June 2017
Gran Torino Analysis– A Reflection on Cultural Conflict and Redemption The 2008 movie "Gran Torino" starring Clint Eastwood is filled with an
abundance of cultural diversity, which is met with much resistance, stereotype, and prejudice by the movies' main character, Walt Kowalski. Walt's
world is changing; his Detroit neighborhood is decaying, his relationship with his sons is distant, and his Korean War memories continue to destroy his
ability to fully enjoy life. Through an unlikely bond with the Hmong children next door, Walt finally receives redemption by coming face–to–face with
the same destructive prejudices consuming neighborhood teenage gang members...show more content...
Language is cultural, but it is not always defined entirely by ethnicity or race. The impact of one's own generation, family histories, society, and values
impacts the culture of language. "Even when people speak the same language, there can be differences in communication style and language use"
(Martin & Nakayama, 2011, p. 150). One can assume that Walt's racial, prejudiced, and stereotyped view of the world reflects his generation, his
military career and involvement in the Korean War, and his factory environment at the Ford plant. His culture of language, albeit offensive, creates a
cultural divide within his own family. Though he and his family speak the same language, their inability to communicate inter–culturally creates
dysfunction, as shown in the scene "Unhappy Birthday." Walt's oldest son and his wife bring birthday gifts for Walt they think are thoughtful and will
make Walt's life "easier." Entirely out of touch with Walt and his goals and values, the gifts and retirement home suggestions are rejected, as is their
presence. "No one can say we didn't try" (Eastwood, 2008), but the audience knows better. Had they been more perceptive years ago about Walt's
communication/language culture, their presence would have been the best gift

Example Of A Cultural Analysis Paper
Devin Faulk
COMS 3370
March 29, 2017
Culture Analysis Paper
Vietnamese culture is a mysterious to most people outside the country itself. As countries like Vietnam start to modernize more people are traveling in
hopes of getting to know how fascinating Vietnamese culture is. With 6 religions and exotic foodVietnam pools in tourist looking to branch out and
explore the possibilities. From how they identify themselves to how they to how they use symbolism in their words. Like every country Vietnam takes
pride in its National Identity, a strong Asian culture with a rich history and even richer language with its endless number of adjectives and proverbs that
are enshrined within it.
Family
Family is important to everybody that walks this earth...show more content...
Mainly consisting of unrest in rural areas, land disputes, and growing tensions within the relations of several southern Vietnamese religious groups like
the Catholics, Cao Dai, and the Hao Hao; who have been demonstrated dislike for the government since the early 1990s. Drugs and counterfeit crimes
have risen since the 90s along with petty crimes such as theft and prostitution. This increase in problems opens up problems within the government like
official corruption associated with the drugs and sex

The Cultural Analysis On The Maasai
To fully comprehend the connection between cultural, environmental, and increasingly globalized forces on the Maasai, we must first understand the
concept behind all of these factors about human society as a whole. Starting with the way humans acclimate to the environment around them and how
the way the environment affects the progress and functions of a culture. The societies that are living in much more dangerous circumstances of climate
face a more perplexing means of survival just as the Inuit people who are from the northern part of Canada or even pastoralist societies in dry East
Africa. Finishing the conversation of theory with a clarification of the struggles over ownership of land that is shaped by the growing effects of
conservation and globalization. The theory part follows the Maasai and the cultural analysis in specific. The cultural analysis on the Maasai involves
four notions that are necessary to understand the full comprehension about the effects of globalization that have had an effect on Maasai culture and
the neighboring environment. By first evaluating the difference between the Maasai's traditional beliefs along with the modern forces of
globalization, this will also explain the process of appropriation of the Maasai land by colonialists, like Germany and also Great Britain, along with
added limitation of land usage which is due to the conservation and privatization of land by the post–colonial government bodies. The final notion that
is found in the

Uae Cultural Analysis Essay examples
United Arab Emirates
Country Notebook
Cultural Analysis Executive Summary United Arab Emirates is a country that is built of several different emirates located on the peninsula of the
Persian Gulf. The country was occupied by Great Britain up until 1971. After the removal of the British government the seven Sheikdoms became
independent and formed the UAE. The country has a typically desert climate with ocean access on both sides of the country. Located in the Middle
East the United Arab Emirates is a predominately Islamic society. Muslims account for 96% percent of their population. Unlike traditional Islamic
countries the United Arab Emirates prides itself on being understanding to different cultures and beliefs....show more content...
There are cultural aspects that must be respected when doing business in UAE, but for the most part it doesn't expect non–nationals to conform to their
society.
CULTURAL ANALYSIS
1)COUNTRIES HISTORY
In the 1820's Great Britain established a protectorate over 7 Arab Sheikdoms along the Gulf coast. When Britain announced it would withdraw its
forces from the Gulf in 1971 the Sheikdoms became independent and formed the UAE. The UAE has derived almost all of its income from oil. It is
closely aligned with the West.
2)GEOGRAPHICAL SETTING
a)LOCATION
The total area of the UAE is approximately 77,700 square kilometers. The largest amirate, Abu Dhabi, accounts for 87 percent of the UAE's total area
(67,340 square kilometers). The smallest amirate, Ajman, encompasses only 259 square kilometers (see fig. 11).
The UAE stretches for more than 650 kilometers along the southern shore of the Persian Gulf. Most of the coast consists of salt pans that extend far

inland. The largest natural harbor is at Dubayy, although other ports have been dredged at Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and elsewhere. The UAE also extends
for about ninety kilometers along the Gulf of Oman, an area known as the Al Batinah coast. The Al Hajar al Gharbi Mountains, rising in places to
2,500 meters, separate the Al Batinah coast from the rest of the UAE. South and west of Abu Dhabi,

Cultural Racism Analysis
As a whole the United States takes cultural racism to another level, I think. I feel like many parts of the world have displays of one culture
overthrowing another but those places are not claiming to be a melting pot as the U.S. does. Our people come from all walks of life from around the
globe. I think this touches on removing one's ability to practice their religion by wearing certain religious garb. It touches on the languages that are
spoken or not spoken any longer. The native people who were first in the U.S. felt it, being viewed as savage they were taught the civil way of life.
Buying and selling of black African people along with stripping all human dignity from them, their names were also changed. Uproar about fast food
menus being

A Personal Cultural Analysis
While culture, in a general sense, can be defined as the collective arts and customs of a population, it is also important to consider the broader
collective aesthetic of said community. Being such, it is necessary to understand culture before interacting or entering a society as this allows one to
better understand tradition and the attitudes towards various aspects, such religion and customs. When I look at my own culture, there are various
aspects that shape my daily interactions with society at large and how I approach a situation. As a white male of a higher socioeconomic standing, I am
afforded some level of impunity and status within my contemporaries, this due to the history of America and the culture that has been developed. Being
that I wish to attend Lund University for the study abroad experience, there are...show more content...
An admittedly glaring feature of my person that I left out when previously defining my cultural niche is my homosexuality. While there are many who
would like to say sexuality does not define someone, it inevitably does. As such, I have had my fair share of both positive and negative experiences
from both within the community and from those outside it. I feel that if I were to take into consideration the aspects that define my culture, and
myself, I would come to a conclusion that I exist within a fairly safeguarded and sheltered place where I can watch the goings on of the American
culture as a whole. By going abroad, I hope to strip myself of this armor of sorts that I have been carrying with me my whole life. I hope to be thrust
into a position where I am forced to face a new culture that I am unexpended with and I can broaden my own culture and brake down some of the
walls that have been constructed by my own American

Cultural Analysis of Spain
**this was written as the first stage of analyizing Spain for the introduction of a franchise**
In the beginning, Spain endured a diversified number of cultures. Around 1600 B.C., the Iberians arrived in Spain. Migration into Spain continued from
Europe beyond the Pyrenees, the Mediterranean, and North Africa. Following the Iberians, came the Celts. The two cultures merged and established a
distinctive Celt Iberian culture. In 1492, the Moors, a nomadic, Muslim tribe of North African origin, were driven off of the Iberian Peninsula. Shortly
after, several kingdoms on the Iberian Peninsula merged to form what is modern–day Spain.
Spain is located in southwestern Europe and occupies approximately 80% of the Iberian Peninsula. It shares the...show more content...
Traditional Spanish food consists of fresh ingredients. Seafood, which is consumed within hours of being caught, as well as meat, are combined with
herbs, spices, and lots of olive oil in traditional Spanish cuisine. Because of the increase in the number of fast food restaurants in Spain as well as
restaurants from other countries with their own flavors, the traditional food of Spain is starting to decrease but will never be forgotten.
Today's democratic Spain is the product of a long and often troubled history. For much of the twentieth century, Spain was governed by dictatorships,
most recently during the years of 1939 through 1975 under General Francisco Franco.
The government of Spain is one of constitutional monarchy. The nation is led by the Spanish head of state, King Juan Carlos I, who began his reign in
1975. Subordinate to the monarchy, there are 3 branches of government, an Executive Branch, a Legislative Branch, and a Judicial Branch.
Although Spain is a kingdom, the King is not the leader of the Spanish government. The Executive Branch is led by the Prime Minister of Spain, Jose
Maria Aznar. Also included in this branch are various governmental positions including the First Deputy Prime Minister, Second Deputy Prime
Minister, and the Council of Ministers. Additionally, the Executive Branch is responsible for enforcing or carrying out the laws that are made through
the Legislative Branch.
The Legislative Branch of the Spanish government is comprised of

Cultural Analysis of a Country
Cultural Analysis of a potential market While introducing either a new product or an existing product in a new market, it is very essential to perform a
cultural analysis on the market. This gives us a brief idea about the market and helps us in making the market planning decisions. Entering a new
market can be difficult, because different markets have different cultures. For example the market in South Africa will be completely different in terms
of food, dressing styles, the languages they speak, religions they believe and other habits than the market in Europe. Thus we need to have different
market strategies for introducing products in different countries. For this purpose a cultural analysis of a country is very important....show more
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Thus the idea of a college student from a upper middle class family working in Mac Donald's for extra pocket money might not be very welcomed in
India as compared to other countries such as USA.
If the country has more nuclear families than extended family then there will be more demand for services such as day care centers for kids etc. If
our product is a leisure item then we need to know what the people tend to do in their free time. Are they more athletic, play sports go to the club or
they like to just relax may be go to the spa or just watch a movie. If the product is going to be successful in a market, we need to know if the country
more male dominated or female dominated. Which section of the population is going to be our target audience? If females are the ones that do most of
the shopping then our marketing strategy needs to focus on attracting the women. Also if the country is very conservation then products such as alcohol
will have little or no market in that particular country. For example, Wine would have a better market in more classy and fashionable country such as
France than beer, which would have a better market in a more energetic and fun filled country such as Australia. It is helpful to know how educated is
the population of the country, and what percentage of the population is educated. The higher the educated population for the country there will be a
better market for technologically advanced products. But since the technologically

Organizational Cultural Analysis Paper
Organizational Cultural Analysis Within the business world there is a constant, unrelenting need to adapt to the ever changing environment, standards,
and personalities. This continuous need to acclimate has been a key attribute that business professionals have been practicing throughout history;
particularly in the last century due to the onset of the industrial age, and even more prevalent within the last two decades as a result of the development
of the internet and the burgeoning global economy. During these last twenty years or so there has been a paradigm shift exemplified by how
professionals from generation y interact with the previous generations. After carefully analyzing the case study Gen Y in the Workforce (Erickson,
2009),...show more content...
Kurt Lewin, a German–American psychologist postulated a change model in which three steps (Unfreezing, Changing, and Refreezing) should be
executed in order to reach a harmonious outcome. Unfreezing is the process of analyzing how the status quo is allowing or producing current behaviors
and results, and then considers the implications of changing; it then helps to spur the change or denounce it (Brisson–Banks, 2010). Using the
unfreezing step in the case of Sarah and Josh, they must acknowledge that their relationship does not promote a successful working condition. They
should sit down and examine what each of their qualms are in regards to the others professional style; and reiterate to each that adapting and
compromising is not only in the best interest of the company, but also their respective careers. Moving on to the Change phase of the process; this
particular step is where the solutions to issues at hand are derived (Brisson–Banks, 2010). Now that Sarah and Josh have agreed that change needs to be
made, they must arrive at conclusions that favor a better working relationship and environment. Regarding Josh's procrastination and poor quality
work, perhaps Josh can make a concerted effort as to not get side tracked, maybe scheduling his breaks more judiciously, and also not waiting till the
last minute to complete the assignment. Similarly, Sarah can possibly inform Josh of the assignment a week or two earlier; affording Josh the
opportunity to produce a higher quality report. She could even allow Josh to be involved in the presentation itself, explaining to him what they want
the end result to be; this could encourage Josh to take a bit pride in his work. In addition, it is always important to praise employees for their work,
but at the same time a superior should not dole out praise when an employee

Cultural Autobiography Analysis
It is without a doubt that culture plays an important role in the life of each individual. However the essay argues that there is significance difference in
global cultures. Concerning this perception, the aim of this paper is to compare Nigerian culture with Finnish culture and examine the different
meanings of culture. Furthermore a Cultural Autobiography' questionnaire will be used to create a cultural autobiography which will identify the
major influences on personal life. A similar process will be adapted by interviewing a Swedish male to understand the major influence on his life.
Definition of culture
Culture is a broad term that is defined in various ways by theorists and scholars. For instance Eliot (2014) believes culture...show more content...
When regarding this theory it is noted that culture is explained as manifesting itself like "the layers of the onion". In this regard culture is explain by
the theory through examine the out layer, middle layer and the inner layers.
Barry (2011) claim that the outer layer of the onion represents what most individuals may associate with culture. In this regard the essay finds that
most individual visualise culture as language, behaviour, food and clothes. On the other hand the middle layer of the onion refers explicitly to the
values and norm held by the community. Miller (2012) suggest that norms is mostly considered as that which is perceived as right and wrong and
values are also referred to that which is good and bad. Pertaining to the above indication it is possible to suggest norms concern the external factors
and are enforced by social controls. Alternatively values are internal when compared with norm. Barry (2011) claims that values and norms are
important part of culture as they regulate and also provide a structure for the way individuals behave in society. Finally the inner section of the onion is
concerned with understand how culture actually works. The core of culture according this perception comprises of a series of rule and methods
designed to address the different problem facing individuals.
My culture
At this stage the authors hopes to provide some information about her culture. As previously mentioned the use of cultural autobiography

Turkey Cultural Analysis Paper
An Analysis of Turkish Culture with respect to ongoing and future Air Defense Operations
Turkey's role in NATO and the U.N. will be crucial in the next few years in regards to national defense strategy. An understanding of Turkish culture
and an analysis of their military capabilities will help the United States tailor its relations with this country. This paper will; overall explain Turkish
culture, lay out Turkish military structure, and analyze Turkish foreign policy.
Turkey is geographically in a unique geographic situation as it is technically in both Europe and Asia. Turkey is a European country in respect to
politics. It borders Georgia, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Greece, Bulgaria, Iran, and Iraq. Five regions with unique topography, foliage, and climate divide the
country. The region's most pertinent to U.S. foreign policy are the Mediterranean region (south), Eastern Anatolia (Far East) and the Marmara–Istanbul
region. (Agnarella)
The Mediterranean region encompasses the Taurus mountain range. The climate has dry and hot summers followed by mild wet winters. It borders
Syria and Iraq with level but rocky terrain across the entirety of the border. The seaport...show more content...
Turkish views on American foreign policy and Americans are mostly unfavorable. Only 14% of Turkish citizens polled by the U.S. State Department
held a favorable view of Americans and American foreign policy. (Wike, 2009) Turkish customs vary from region to region so it would be vital to
train soldiers' specific to their area of operations. Sensitivity is always important with cross–cultural awareness however it must be stressed the certain
offenses are punishable with imprisonment in Turkey i.e. Insulting the state or Islam, religious proselytizing, etc. Overall, continued cooperation and
joint operations with the Republic of Turkey will be favorable for U.S. interest. This applies in the current conflict and in future

Cultural Analysis Interview
Cultural Analysis: Interview with Sung
Have you ever wanted to view the world through another person's eyes? Well, recently I received the chance to do just that. I was able to take a quick
glimpse into the Asian culture and see their view on family, culture and life in general. Truth be told, my views and thoughts on theirculture was way
off. In this study, I was able to interview sung (sun) on his view of the Asian culture. After applying thecommunication concepts of verbal and
non–verbal communication, I found that Asians are more of a formal and direct culture than mine and a few others as well.
I always thought, culture did not define who I was, the way I lived or what I believed in. Mostly because I didn't know much about my culture....show
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I decided to dig a little deeper and ask a more personal question. I asked, what was the most misjudge perception about the people of your culture?
He got a little defensive then his mood quickly changed to more of a sad mood. He said "People often view us as stuck up and rude. That's not us
at all, we are just a very reserve culture as a whole. Some of us not all but most are friendly. We help you if you ask us to, and we'll help anybody of
any culture not just our own. People never want to give us the benefit of the doubt. They judge us before they get to know us and leave it at that. It
hurts my feelings when I smile at someone and they turn the other way. They judge us based off what they think they know or what they heard. I
instantly felt horrible that was one of my biggest judgments about the people of the Asian culture. After that question our lunch was over and I
concluded my interview with

The purpose of this essay is to discuss the sociology–cultural analysis was conducted on the country of Iran. During the process of analysis the
following areas were researched terrain, weather, civil consideration, as well as a detailed analysis society, social structure, culture, language, power
and authority, and interest. Cultural diversity is often an area of war that is over looked when service members fall into the junior enlisted category and
it isn 't until they are faced with a need to have cultural understanding that they begin to research the information that is needed. Culture is defined as the
variety or differences that may exist in a country, a society, and even an institution. Culture is view or defined as the customs...show more content...
It is of my personal opinion that the most common cultural characteristic is symbol, in everything we do we have a defined symbol and after
evaluation of the country of Iran the cultural make up is similar to those of other Muslim and middle eastern countries. Iran is made up of many
different ethnic groups. The Kurds, Arabs, Turks, Baluchis, Lurs, Turkmans, and nomads. The primary language of Iran is Farsi, otherwise known as
Persian. Iran is separated into different areas based on these ethnic groups. Kurds, primarily occupy Kurdestan.
Weather Effects Analysis Population: This will have a minimal affect on the population as it traverses the country, often in the summers the water
supplies are limited and sanitation abilities are not adequate therefore the water that is available is often filled with diseases. The hot summers often
dehydrate the young as well as the elderly who often sub come to heat stroke or sicknesses. During the winter months the weather is cold and snow
falls regularly, most of the population in Iran do not have access to adequate housing structures often leaving the many who live in poverty exposed to
the extreme cold elements. Agriculture: The weather has a great impact on the agricultural abilities in this country. The hot and dry summers make
water supplies limited often leading to dehydration in livestock. Additionally the lack of water also impacts the production of produce by reducing the

Example Of Cultural Analysis
Cultural Expectations and Proxemics As consumers in this country, we all at some point, have or will have gone out to eat at a public restaurant. The
site I chose was a Mexican restaurant called Zacatecas, which is located in a shopping center in Galt. This shopping center has a variety of other
business establishments like a Raley's grocery store, Walmart, two coffee shops, pizza shop, and a Chinese restaurant to mention a few. This location is
always busy with a variety of consumers with different cultural perspectives. I find it interesting how different people with different cultural customs
occupy space, proxemics, in a public Mexican restaurant. I feel that anthropologists would find it very interesting how different cultures occupy...show
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As I walked I noticed there were customers, all Caucasians, sitting at four different tables that were all against the wall and the middle of the
dining area was empty. I proceeded to the bar and was greeted by the bartender/waitress, who was also a female Caucasian. The employees at the
restaurant were mostly Caucasian with the exception of one Hispanic looking waitress and the part of the cooking staff. Shortly after, a white couple
sat down a few bar stools away from me, but not very close. They sat there having a couple of margaritas engaged in deep conversation. Glancing back
over to the dining area I noticed it was getting busier with more customers coming in. What I noticed first, was that everyone was gravitating to all the
outer tables against the wall and front windows. Secondly, that I was the only Hispanic customer at that time. All customers were engaged in
conversation, eating or watching the televisions. The employees were running around taking food orders and taking food out to customers. Most
customers seemed to be in good spirts with the exception of one table. At this table there was an elderly woman with her daughter. The daughter was
complaining that her mother received the wrong food and that it took too long for their order to come out.

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