scholarly journals Till the ocean do us part: Italian and American therapists representations of stepfamilies in treatment

2017 ◽  
Vol 20 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Monica Accordini ◽  
Scott Browning ◽  
Marialuisa Gennari ◽  
Kevin McCarthy ◽  
Davide Margola
Keyword(s):  
Family History ◽  
Theoretical Models ◽  
Cross Cultural ◽  
First Union ◽  
Cultural Research ◽  
Cross Cultural Research ◽  
Personal Skills ◽  
Definition Of ◽  
And Training ◽  
Unrealistic Expectations

Research often focuses on the characteristics of stepfamilies and their differences with first-union families; however, few studies take into account the therapis's perspective with regards to the treatment of such families. Also, cross-cultural research on the topic is limited. To fill these gaps, a content analysis of responses from 125 Italian and 45 American therapists regarding their representations of stepfamilies and stepfamily therapy was undertaken. Results show that American therapists emphasized specific stepfamily characteristics (e.g., the lack of a shared family history, the occurrence of conflict between former spouses, the presence of unrealistic expectations towards treatment) to a greater extent if compared to Italian therapists. By contrast, besides being more general in their definition of stepfamilies, Italian therapists focused more on themselves, their theoretical models, and their professional and personal skills. The study provides insights on both the differences in the clinical cultures of the two countries and implications for stepfamily therapy and training.

scholarly journals A critical analysis of cross-cultural research and testing practices: Implications for improved education and training in psychology.

2009 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 94-105 ◽  
Author(s):  
Barbara M. Byrne ◽  
Thomas Oakland ◽  
Frederick T. L. Leong ◽  
Fons J. R. van de Vijver ◽  
Ronald K. Hambleton ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Critical Analysis ◽  
Education And Training ◽  
Cross Cultural ◽  
Cultural Research ◽  
Cross Cultural Research ◽  
Testing Practices ◽  
And Training

Addressing Methodological Challenges in Culture-Comparative Research

2018 ◽  
Vol 49 (5) ◽  
pp. 691-712 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ronald Fischer ◽  
Ype H. Poortinga
Keyword(s):  
Large Scale ◽  
Cultural Psychology ◽  
Scientific Discipline ◽  
Conclusive Evidence ◽  
Cross Cultural ◽  
Biological Variables ◽  
Methodological Challenges ◽  
Cultural Research ◽  
Cross Cultural Research ◽  
Definition Of

We address methodological challenges in cross-cultural and cultural psychology. First, we describe weaknesses in (quasi-)experimental designs, noting that cross-cultural designs typically do not allow any conclusive evidence of causality. Second, we argue that loose adherence to methodological principles of psychology and a focus on differences, while neglecting similarities, is distorting the literature. We highlight the importance of effect sizes and discuss the role of Bayesian statistics and meta-analysis for cross-cultural research. Third, we highlight issues of measurement bias and lack of equivalence, but note that recent large-scale projects involving researchers across many countries from the beginning of a study have much potential for overcoming biases and improving standards of equivalence. Fourth, we address some implications of multilevel models. Cultural processes are multilevel by definition and recent statistical advances can be used to explore these issues further. We believe this is an area where much theoretical work needs to be done and more rigorous methods applied. Fifth, we argue that the definition of culture and the psychological organization of cross-cultural differences as well as the definition of cultural populations to which research findings are generalized requires more attention. Sixth, we address the scope for anchoring cross-cultural research in biological variables and by asking multiple questions simultaneously, as advocated by Tinbergen for classical ethology. Bringing these discussions together, we provide recommendations for enhancing the methodological strength of culture-comparative studies to advance cross-cultural psychology as a scientific discipline.

Creativity, Intelligence, and Problem Solving: a Definition and Design for Cross-Cultural Research and Measurement Related to Giftedness

1993 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 68-77 ◽  
Author(s):  
C. June Maker
Keyword(s):  
Problem Solving ◽  
Research Design ◽  
Cross Cultural ◽  
Research And Practice ◽  
Cultural Research ◽  
Cross Cultural Research ◽  
Definition Of

A new definition of giftedness is proposed based on a review of the constructs of intelligence, creativity, and problem solving. A research design employed in a series of studies of giftedness in children and adults is presented, along with a summary of important results. Finally, implications of the design for both research and practice are outlined.

Development of Phonological Awareness

2005 ◽  
Vol 14 (5) ◽  
pp. 255-259 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jason L. Anthony ◽  
David J. Francis
Keyword(s):  
Phonological Awareness ◽  
Normal Development ◽  
Cross Cultural ◽  
General Sequence ◽  
Learning To Read ◽  
Cultural Research ◽  
Cross Cultural Research ◽  
Definition Of

Phonological awareness is critical for learning to read in alphabetic languages like English. This report summarizes normal development of phonological awareness as it has been revealed through recent multidisciplinary and cross-cultural research. We argue that a consensus on the definition of phonological awareness has emerged, that research has identified a general sequence of phonological awareness development that is universal across languages, and that certain characteristics of spoken and written languages influence the rate of normal development and levels of phonological awareness that are normally achieved.

Sociocultural memory development research drives new directions in gadgetry science

2019 ◽  
Vol 42 ◽  
Author(s):  
Penny Van Bergen ◽  
John Sutton
Keyword(s):  
Episodic Memory ◽  
Autobiographical Memory ◽  
Developmental Psychology ◽  
Cross Cultural ◽  
Memory Development ◽  
Development Research ◽  
Cultural Research ◽  
New Directions ◽  
Cross Cultural Research

Abstract Sociocultural developmental psychology can drive new directions in gadgetry science. We use autobiographical memory, a compound capacity incorporating episodic memory, as a case study. Autobiographical memory emerges late in development, supported by interactions with parents. Intervention research highlights the causal influence of these interactions, whereas cross-cultural research demonstrates culturally determined diversity. Different patterns of inheritance are discussed.

Alcohol-Related Cross-Cultural Research Rediscovered

1988 ◽  
Vol 33 (6) ◽  
pp. 543-543
Author(s):  
Kaye Middleton Fillmore
Keyword(s):  
Cross Cultural ◽  
Cultural Research ◽  
Cross Cultural Research
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