Social, Political, and

Cultural Behavior and

Phenomena
CULTURE

It is defined as the norm and social behavior found

and practiced in human societies.
It is the complex whole which encompasses
beliefs, practices, values, attitudes, laws, norms,
artifacts, symbols, knowledge and roles that a
person learns and shares as a member of the
society.
 Social, Political, and Cultural Behavior and
Phenomena

Every society has its own norms to follow.

These norms serve as guides or models of
behavior which tell us what is proper or
improper, appropriate or inappropriate, right
or wrong.
They set limits within which individuals may
seek alternative ways to achieve their goals.
NORMS

Norms are often in the form of rules,

standards, or prescriptions that are strictly
followed by people who adhere on certain
conventions and perform specific roles.
Norms indicate a society’s standards of
propriety, morality , ethics, and legality.
NORMS OF DECENCY

Norm of Decency is commonly exhibited on

the type of clothing a person wears in a
specific occasion.
Norm of Decency also includes the use of
appropriate words and gestures that convey
politeness and courtesy.
NORMS OF CONVENTIONALITY

Norms of Conventionality are beliefs and

practices that are acceptable to certain
cultures but can be inimical to other
cultures.
Ethnic groups follow certain norms and
practices that are uniquely their own.
CONFORMITY AND DEVIANCE

Conformity is defined as the state of having

internalized norms as part of the social
expectation.
 Conventional norms exert more sanctions
in society as it is tantamount to public
approval and recognition.
DEVIANCE

 Deviance is divided into two types: formal and

informal.
Formal deviance includes actions that violate
enacted laws.
Informal deviance refers to violations to social
norms that are not codified into laws.
Deviance is also seen as form of power struggle.
TABOOS

 Taboos related to food are also

manifestations of deviancy.
Food taboos are more cultural than
religious.
 Social, Political, and Cultural Behavior and
Phenomena

 These behaviors, regardless to conform or

deviate from the traditional norms of
society may contribute to the changes in
the various aspects of society.
Reflection

1. What do you value most about what

you do, why?