Problem
There are as many human development theories as there are people in existence. Cross-cultural psychology focuses on the psychological aspects of other cultures. (Matsumoto, 2001) Some theories explain the cultural impact on human development, while others are broader and focus on the individual. Some human development theories view culture as an antecedent or consequence of individual behavior, as well as enabling or restricting this behavior. For example, the theories of Bronfenbrenner and Vygotsky focus on the cultural influences of behavior, learning, and social development. Other human development theories, such as Piaget and Kohlberg's, focus primarily on the internal cognitive processes. Consider the similarities and differences of these theoretical perspectives (Gardiner and Kosmitzki, 2010).
Consider how cultural and human development theories explain the influence of culture on an individual's behavior and reflect on how these theories may be used in cross-cultural psychology. Select two contrasting theoretical approaches to cross-cultural psychology and consider the similarities and differences between these concepts.
With those thoughts in mind: identify and explain the two theoretical approaches to cross-cultural psychology you selected. Then, compare two similarities and two differences of those approaches. Finally, provide an example of how one of these theoretical approaches might explain the influences of culture on human behavior among one of the following cultures; pop culture, foreign culture, or high culture. Support your responses using current literature.
The response should include a reference list. One-inch margins, Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space and APA style of writing and citations.
Reference
• Textbook: Matsumoto, D. (Ed.). (2001). The handbook of culture and psychology. New York, NY: Oxford University Press.
o Chapter 2, "Culture and Psychology at a Crossroad: Historical Perspective and Theoretical Analysis
o Chapter 3, "Individualism and Collectivism: Past, Present, and Future"
o Chapter 4, "Culture, Science, and Indigenous Psychologies: An Integrated Analysis"
• Video Transcript: Taken from Video: Laureate Education, Inc. (Executive Producer). (2007). Culture and psychology: Introduction to culture and psychology. Baltimore, MD: Author.