PD-U5A

PD-U5A Student’s Name Institution Course Instructor Date Impact of Cultural Norms and Values on Personality Cultural norms and values are crucial in shaping personality development, influencing how individuals perceive themselves and interact with the world around them. Every society has a set of behaviors, beliefs, and attitudes that guide its social environments. The behaviors, identity, and emotional responses of each individual are affected by these cultural norms and values. Allik et al. (2023) reviewed conceptual and methodological issues on the relationship between culture and personality and discovered that culture dramatically affects behaviors, feelings, and thoughts. However, the mechanism and extent of cultural influences on personality traits could not be quantified. Lu et al. (2023) also support the concept that genes and environment influence personality traits. The impact of genetics is minimal and can be overshadowed by environmental exposures. Cultural norms and values are part of ecological factors that significantly affect the personality traits of individuals. Different regions have distinct cultures that impact the development of different personalities. Cultural norms and values influence personality development in different ways. First, socialization is a significant way a person’s personality is influenced. From a young age, individuals are exposed to the cultural expectations of their society, learning what is considered appropriate or inappropriate behavior. As members of society live their daily lives, these expectations are repeatedly reflected through family life, education, religion, and peer interactions. For example, a collectivist culture emphasizes cooperation, humility, and loyalty, whereas an individualistic culture values personal achievements and independence (Fatehi et al., 2020). A child raised in a collectivist culture will probably develop a personality more attuned to group harmony and social obligations. Collectivist cultures are common in Asia and African countries. Conversely, a child who grew up in an individualistic culture is likelier to develop traits such as self-reliance, assertiveness, and a strong sense of personal identity (Fatehi et al., 2020). Individualistic cultures are common in Western countries, which explains why European and American countries prioritize personal development. Cultural norms and values dictate gender roles and expectations in our societies. Many cultures have specific beliefs about the roles and behaviors appropriate for men and women, which can significantly influence how individuals develop their identities and personality traits. Many activist movements and organizations in contemporary society actively champion women's rights in developed and developing countries (Cookson et al., 2023). Feminists and non-governmental organizations have realized that the female gender faces many challenges in its development path. Gender expectations have limited the...