Humanities Homework Help

This week, you will explore a variety of cultural
and diversity issues that directly influence individual and family development.
While reading the assigned materials reflect on how the psychological internal
world is shaped by culture and environmental context. Notice that Matta (1996)
identifies various processes of hardening or toughening boys becoming men,
normed in each subculture. For example, how does “playing the dozens,”
“practical jokes,” and “tirades” work to set certain cultural norms and
ultimately norms particular societal expectations? You are also encouraged to
relate the theory presented in Matta’s book to other existing theories as well
as other developmental concepts from classic or systemic theories discussed
during this course. For instance, feminist theorists have argued that for any
theory of masculinity to have merit, it must include “some explanation of
patriarchy, which includes power, dominance, subordination of women and
violence” (Matta, p. 258). With that in mind, what do you see as the model’s
relative strengths and weaknesses? In addition, be sure to explore the concept
of “mystery of masculinity” and reflect how this concept will be helpful during
your future work as an MFT. Finally, reflect on your own personal, cultural,
and diversity context as it relates to your own gender, ethnicity, and SES
status.