We are not WEIRD: Chinese Culture and Psychology

Download or read book We are not WEIRD: Chinese Culture and Psychology written by Yung-Jong Shiah and published by Frontiers Media SA. This book was released on 2024-03-19 with total page 118 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In recent years, interest in research on Chinese culture and psychology has increased rapidly. However, most research paradigms based on samples from Western, Educated, Industrialized, Rich, and Democratic (WEIRD) societies, including theories, methods, and research procedures, may become maladaptive or “weird” once moved to other societies. Thus, we aim to focus on this emergent movement of scholars working on the dialogue and interaction between Chinese culture and psychology to explore the most contemporary modes of Chinese philosophical, religious, and spiritual thoughts and practices, emphasizing their significant application to current psychological research. Taking an eclectic approach to study on human values, health, and well-being, this Research Topic hopes to publish original research articles that deal with mental and physical health issues by integrating the contribution from Chinese traditions.