Domestic violence victims and offenders represent all ethnicities and races. The United States is a culturally diverse society, and the problem of domestic violence and how to deal with batterers should be examined across these different cultures. When discussing an issue in relation to the major ethnic groups found in America, it is important to
There are two divergent schools of thought as to what constitutes the Islamic view of wife abuse. One modern school, following the Western feminist perspective, argues that the Qur’an legitimizes wife abuse by putting females under the hegemonic control of males. This is because the Qur’an is the ideological blueprint of Islamic patriarchy and formulates
An enduring question within the field of sport and performance psychology concerns the origins of effective leadership (as displayed by both coaches and athletes) and, in particular, whether displays of leadership can be attributed to the emergence of any underlying set of personality traits. In the early20th century, much research interest, especially within the field
This article explores the intricate relationship between eating disorders and cross-cultural perspectives within the realm of health psychology. Beginning with a succinct introduction to the prevalent eating disorders—Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, and Binge Eating Disorder—the article underscores the significance of investigating these phenomena through diverse cultural lenses. The first section delves into the cultural influences
This article explores the crucial realm of health psychology by exploring the complex interplay between cultural perspectives and smoking prevention. Grounded in the definition of health psychology, the narrative unfolds with an exploration of cultural factors that significantly shape smoking behavior. Drawing attention to the influence of cultural norms, socioeconomic factors, and cultural identity, the
This article explores the evolutionary perspectives on the tend-and-befriend stress response within the framework of health psychology. Beginning with an introduction to health psychology and the evolutionary basis of stress responses, the article explores the roots of tend-and-befriend, presenting it as a complementary adaptive mechanism alongside the well-known fight-or-flight response. The discussion covers the evolutionary