Question

Difference between Individualism and Collectivism? How does individualism and collectivism relate to self-regulation and making attributions?

Answer 1

Difference between Individualism and Collectivism? How does individualism and collectivism relate to self-regulation and making attributions?

These are two different cultures, which had been prevalant in the society since the formation of civilisations. The difference between collectivism as well as individualism is as follows:

• Individualism reflects western ideas whereas collectivism reflect eastern ideas.
• Individualism is independent whereas collectivism is socially interdependent
• Individualism is competitive whereas, collectivism is cooperative.
• Individualism shows self interest whereas collectivism shows equalitarian
• Individualism is assertive whereas collectivism is obedient.