Sociology & Anthropology
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Anthropology
Cultural Customs & Traditions
Cultures
Deviant Behavior & Social Control
Folklore & Mythology
Gender Studies
Human Societies
Social Theory
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4 Different Tribes of the World: The Unique Versatility and Culture of Distant Countries
This wonderful world is built up of so many different beliefs and cultures. Some, we were even uncertain existed until recent times. Tribes live on and are strong in the cultures of various countries. Rich diversity and teachings stem from the ages...
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Minor Malevolencies of the Celtic Hills
Warnings of minor malevolent beings that haunt Ireland and Scotland.
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Stereotypes and Communication
what are these presuppositions that we try to classify others called? These presuppositions are called stereotypes. According to Shuli Zhang in his paper Stereotypes Communication , stereotypes are "cognitive representations of another group that influence our feelings toward members of that group"
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A BRIEF OVERVIEW NAYAR CULTURE AND SOCIAL ORGANIZATION
In Kerala of southwest India lives an indigenous people, called the Nayar. They are known for having a highly complex and intriguing culture. The Nayar are a warrior caste who follow matrilineal dissention and are said to practice polygyny. (Nowak & Laird, 2010) Their villages are primarily...
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Where was Arthur's Camelot?
Where was Camelot? There are seven possible locations.
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Different Types of Personalities
A close look at the different types of personality traits, their characteristics and how to best deal with each one for best work conditions.
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What Happened to Elisa Lam at the Cecil Hotel in Los Angeles?
The mysterious death of Elisa Lam is examined, including video of her bizarre behavior in the elevator at the Cecil Hotel.
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Great Vampire Names For Girls And Boys
Vampire names just aren't for Halloween or creepy role-playing games. As vampire popularity rises, more and more are trying to pick names that show just how big of a vampire fan they really are. The list found below is separated into two...
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Humans With Horns Myth or Reality? Truth is Stranger Than Fiction.
Horned people have been worshiped as Gods or feared as Demons throughout history. Myths and legends are full of Horned Gods. But are they real? Yes, and some are alive today!
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Armenian Superstitions, Old Wives Tales, and Folk Beliefs
Cultural anthropology of Armenian old wives tales, superstitions, and folk beliefs. Insights into western Armenian beliefs about sex, Christianity, fertility, luck, and evil, before WWI.