PSYC 2000 Chapter : 14 1 Disorders SV
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Vocabulary for exam 1 [rel 1000] involves upkeep and care of graves, memorization of the names from past generations, and prayers and sacrifices in honor of the dead. be worshiped or placated. Animists see a soul or self-existing in trees, stones, rivers, and heavenly bodies. rituals, and incantation. Magicians believe that if they perform their rituals properly, they will cause nature to react favorably toward them. between a certain type of animal (the totem) and a group of people. The totem, becomes sacred to the group and may not be killed by its members except under certain ritual conditions. Animism the belief that all nature is alive and filled with unseen spirits that may. Magic attempts to influence the action of nature through special practices, dances, Divination prediction of the future through various magical . Taboo action that must be avoided lest it release harmful effects on a person.