Asked by Benjamin Davis on Mar 10, 2024
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After immigration to the United States, it is typical for Arab/Muslim families to
A) lose all traditions through assimilation.
B) become more traditional than they were in their home country.
C) become disconnected to religion, but stay connected to cultural traditions.
D) seek mental health services to work through issues related to assimilation.
Assimilation
The process in which individuals or groups from different cultures are absorbed into a dominant culture and lose their original distinctiveness.
Traditional
Traditional refers to beliefs, customs, and practices that are handed down from one generation to another, representing a continuity of cultural heritage.
Religion
A structured set of beliefs, practices, and systems that relates humanity to spiritual, divine, or moral elements, often involving worship and a code of ethics.
- Explore the obstacles encountered by Arab/Muslim immigrants in the U.S., such as difficulties blending into society, clashes between cultures, and effects on familial bonds.
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Learning Objectives
- Explore the obstacles encountered by Arab/Muslim immigrants in the U.S., such as difficulties blending into society, clashes between cultures, and effects on familial bonds.
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