Problem
Perform a self-study of the culture(s) shared by you, your family, and your social groups. Examine aspects of the cultures you belong to, identify sources and reasons for the behaviours and beliefs.
A. In examining your background and heritage, what traditions or rituals do you practice regularly? To what extent are traditional cultural group beliefs still held by individuals within the community?
B. What is the hierarchy of authority in your family?
C. What do you think are the rights and responsibilities of each family member? For example, do children have an obligation to work and help the family?
D. What behaviors are appropriate or unacceptable for children of various ages? How might these conflict with behaviors taught or encouraged in the school, work, or by other social groups?