Psychological anthropology is the study of how human behavior is shaped by both culture and psychology. It is a relatively new field that combines anthropology and psychology, and its goal is to better understand the relationship between human behavior and …
Category: Fundamental Concepts in Anthropology
Medical pluralism is a term used in anthropology to describe the coexistence of multiple medical systems within a given society. Each system may have its own unique set of beliefs about the causes of illness and the best way to …
Anthropology is the study of humans and their ancestors in the past and present. It is a holistic discipline that considers the biological, cultural, and social aspects of human beings. General anthropology is the study of the general principles of …
Enculturation is the process through which an individual learns the culture of the society in which they live. It is the acquisition of the norms, values, and symbols of a culture. It occurs through a variety of means, including family, …
Economic anthropology is the study of the economy from an anthropological perspective. This includes examining the different economies that exist in the world, as well as the way that economics influences and is influenced by culture.
One of the main …
Diffusion is the spread of an idea, practice, or custom from one person or group to another. It can be a process of acculturation, in which one group adopts the customs of another. Diffusion can also be a form of …
Christian anthropology is the study of the human being in relation to God. It is based on the belief that humans are created in the image of God and that God has a plan for them. Christian anthropology includes both …
Adaptation is an important concept in anthropology, as it is in other social sciences. In anthropology, adaptation has a specific meaning: it refers to the ways in which people adjust their behavior to the specific cultural and physical environments …
Anthropology is the study of humans and their cultural evolution. It is a broad field that can be broken down into a variety of topics, including archaeology, linguistics, and physical anthropology.
One of the most popular topics in anthropology is …