Key Terms and Definitions Flashcards

Flashcards based on lecture notes for exam preparation.

What are counter-stereotypical behaviors?

Behaviors or traits that defy common stereotypes about a group.

What is filial piety?

Respect and care for one’s parents and ancestors, especially in Asian cultures.

What is universal design?

Design that is accessible to people of all ages and abilities.

What is Telemedicine?

Delivery of healthcare services remotely via technology.

What is Underrepresentation?

Insufficient presence of certain groups in media, institutions, or professions.

What are the key differences between Individualism and Collectivism?

Individualism emphasizes personal freedom; collectivism values group harmony.

What does Power-distance refer to?

The extent to which less powerful individuals accept unequal power in relationships.

What is Media literacy?

Ability to critically understand and create media messages.

What are co-residence norms?

Cultural expectations around family members living together, especially across generations.

Who are Linguistic brokers?

People, often children, who translate and interpret for family members.

What is an Authoritarian approach to medical encounters?

A healthcare style where providers dominate decision-making.

What is the difference between a Chronic and an Acute condition?

Chronic is long-term (e.g., arthritis); acute is sudden and short-term (e.g., flu).

What is the Cohort effect?

Differences among age groups based on shared historical experiences.

What are the Types of responses to patronizing talk (by older adults)?

Reactions like acceptance, resistance, humor, or redirection.

What is an Advance directive?

Legal document stating medical treatment preferences if one becomes unable to decide.

What does Cultivation theory state?

Media exposure shapes how people perceive reality over time.

What are Independence supportive behaviors?

Actions that encourage autonomy, especially in older adults.

What is the difference between Emotion-focused coping and problem-focused coping?

Emotion-focused manages feelings; problem-focused addresses the issue.

What is Health literacy?

Ability to understand and use health information to make decisions.

What is Vitality theory?

Theory that energy and motivation influence communication and goal pursuit.

What is Social comparison?

Evaluating oneself in relation to others.

What is Person-centered communication?

Tailoring messages to others’ needs, emotions, and perspectives.

What are the differences between Eudaimonic and hedonic media experiences?

Eudaimonic is meaningful and reflective; hedonic is fun and pleasurable.

What is Stereotype threat?

Fear of confirming a negative stereotype about one’s group.

What is Respite?

Temporary relief for caregivers.

What does it mean to be Communicatively disenfranchising?

Excluding someone from meaningful communication.