PSYC 471 Lecture Notes - Lecture 20: Subliminal Stimuli, Motivation, Normal Distribution
18 Apr 2017
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The dark side of the american dream: aspirations, values, and well being. Original idea: anyone can work hard to achieve success. But darker side: maybe more about getting material wealth. Rates of depression since 1955 have quadrupled. Three core values: community and family, humility, the religious life. Children do not go to public school, just amish school up until grade 8. Cultural anthropologist who"s looked at amish and depression. Argued whether you"re happy or sad we can"t avoid that but thinks that depression is something unique. Argues depression"s origins are linked to the quality of your social roles. Kasser"s exploration of the values underlying the american dream. Thinks there are three things emphasized by media etc. in america. All associated with lower well being, extrinsic motivation focused on rewards, praise, and competition. 12 girls competing for american dream (contract with a network etc. ) Subliminal message about the fleeting nature of beauty and stardom.
