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Chicano/a/x |
the main stream definition of Chicano is a US citizen of Mexican ancestry, however the meaning is deeper |
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Hispanic |
relating to Spain or Spanish-speaking countries, especially those of Central and South America; not universally accepted by many communities |
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Latino/a/x |
refers to countries where Romance languages (Spanish, Portuguese) are spoken, usually regional description of Latin America and Caribbean Inlands; refers to countries of Latin America |
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Familismo/Familializmo |
a strong identification and attachment of individuals with their families (nuclear and extended); strong feelings of loyalty, reciprocity and solidarity among members of the same family (collectivistic approach rather than individualistic, family interconnectedness, belief in family honor) |
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Familismo/Familializmo traits |
is accompanied by a strong desire to provide financial and emotional support for the family, a quality that holds constant across generational lines and immigrant status; serves to define gender roles and expectations for family members such that sacrificing the needs of the individual over the needs of the family is commonplace |
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Cons of Familismo |
family obligations can interfere with academic success (school absences, school dropout, lower rate of college enrollment) |
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Machismo |
a version of masculinity; it's a collection of attitudes and behaviors that primarily include hypersexuality; punitive attitudes toward women, social domination, narcissism, and drug/alcohol abuse; this can be though of as a form of "exaggerated masculinity," which is a stylized masculinity that is inflated to dysfunctional levels |
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Machismo culture |
rigid gender roles; includes the set of behaviors and rules of conduct that are inculcated into boys by our society as being strong, tough and independent, showing no emotion (the idea of machismo only reinforces this through a culture |
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Machismo role in Latino/Hispanic/Chicano culture |
used as a flattering term among Hispanic/Latino Americans; significantly influences behavior and attitudes of adolescent males during time of identity formation; distinction between sexes (males enjoy rights/privileges denied to females |
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Machismo: behavioral/emotional expressiveness |
restraint of feelings, particularly anger and frustration |
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Machismo: verbal |
limited verbal expression toward authority figures |
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Machismo: nonverbal |
preference for closer personal space; avoidance of eye contact when listening or speaking to authority figures |
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Machismo: concept of time |
present time perspective; relaxed about time and punctuality; and immediate short-term goals |
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Machismo: social orientation |
collective, group identity; interdependence; cooperative rather than competitive; emphasis on interpersonal relations |
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Caballerismo |
a positive image of a man as the family provider who respects and cares for his family; it depicts men as chivalrous, nurturing and noble; these men rated higher on the social connectedness scale, saying they felt value in their family relationships and were in touch with their feelings, and the feelings of others; also displaying more practical ways of solving their problems |
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Machismo vs Caballerismo |
the underlying values historically behind machismo were not sexism and dominance, but instead were responsibility and respect; notably, being "macho" was associated with strong community leadership, defending family and family honor, personal responsibility, emotional connectedness, and spirituality |
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Machismo vs Caballerismo (role in Latino/Hispanic/Chicano culture) |
boys and girls learn that machismo refers to male's manhood, courage to fight, honor and dignity, keeping one's word, and protecting one's name; includes dignity in personal conduct, respect for others, love for the family, and affection for children; these values are becoming referred to as "caballerismo," which is based on traditional Spanish chivalry |
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Marianismo origin |
the origin of Marianismo comes from Virgin Mary, who is seen as the definition of true femininity |
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Marianismo |
a marianista displays the purity, caring, and love that the Virgin Mary offered to the world; women are expected to exhibit her moral standards, are educated to be the center of the family and to make the most important decisions regarding health, finances, and family relationships with others |
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Marianismo characteristics |
sacrifice their own interests for the sake of the family and the community; the ideal behavior encompasses dependence, subordination, responsibility for all domestic chores, and selfless devotion to family and children |
