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Economic Anthropology

A subfield of socio-cultural anthropology that studies how individuals and groups engage in resource use, management, and distribution.

Social Organization

The patterning of human independence in a given society through the actions and decisions of its members.

Fission/Fusion Group Patterning

A social structure where bands of individuals can form larger groups (fusion) when resources are plentiful and split into smaller units (fission) during scarcity.

Reciprocity

An approach in economic anthropology that refers to the mutual exchange of goods and services among individuals or groups.

Division of Labour

The way tasks are allocated among individuals based on social status, age, and gender.

Cultural Norms

Shared expectations and rules that guide behavior within a particular cultural or social group.

Fictive Kin Networks

Social ties that resemble family connections but are not based on blood relations, often through friendships or other close bonds.

Basic Needs

Fundamental requirements for human survival, such as food, water, shelter, and sleep.

Superficial Needs

Desires that go beyond basic survival, often relating to consumer goods and lifestyle choices.

Indigenous Peoples

The original inhabitants of a region, including various groups with their distinct cultures and social organizations.