PSYC14H3 Lecture 8: Morality, Religion, and Justice
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Cultural variability in morality exists only superficially. Common underlying structure whereby the differences quickly disappear upon closer. Parallel to language acquisition device provides universal structure of language (n. Cultural variability is evidence of genuine different psychological processes. People from this culture are slow to pass judgement on others (have to consider the cultural. Emphasizes duties to conform to community roles and expectations. Emphasis the sanctity of perceived natural order . Husband steals medicine to prevent his wife from dying. Young children give straight answer (yes it is wrong for him to steal) follow family and group rules. Adults face a dilemma, as they can see both sides of the situation. Gesellschaft - relationships as instrumental, a means to an end. Miller et al. study comparing indians and americans. Percentage viewing breaches in moral terms (parents of young child, friend, stranger)
