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Korean Culture. By Sierra Santiago Lora Kordyshevskiy. Korean Community. Comprises of about 0.6% of the US population Or 1.7 million people Is the 5 th largest Asian American subgroup One of the fastest growing immigrant groups. Language and Non-verbal Communication. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
Korean Community Comprises of about 0.6% of the US
population Or 1.7 million people
Is the 5th largest Asian American subgroup
One of the fastest growing immigrant groups
Language and Non-verbal Communication
Expressing a concern of others’ lives is considered polite (OK to ask about marriage, salary, age, and the price paid for personal belongings)
“NO” is acceptable Koreans do not touch strangers, esp
opposite sex Head houses the soul, touching it puts it in
jeopardy Don’t smile and avoid strangers
Language and Non-verbal Communication
Handshakes appropriate between men only Women do not shake hands
Highly value emotional self-control May not show they are in
pain or ask for pain medication Ask: “May I get you
something for pain?”
Perception of Illness, Disease, Medical Roles, and Responsibilities Illness and death as a natural part of life
(Buddhist/Confucian religion) Symptoms may be viewed as bad karma Health may be viewed as finding a harmony
between complimentary energies, “yin and yang” Medical decision is family focused
eldest male is often a spokesperson Ask patient whom they want to be included in
decision making If possible, engage the whole family in discussion
about health/oral care
Perception of Illness, Disease, Medical Roles, and Responsibilities
Patient may trust that family will make the best decision for them
Informed consent may be new to the patient If first time signing,
explain the purpose of it
Cultural Preferences of Treatment of Illness Young women prefer
female doctors Ask if they have a
preference
Authority Perception Interpersonal dependency
Hierarchical Use indirect speech to someone in authority
“It is somewhat cold today” Direct speech to someone with lower status
“Please, close the door” Collectivistic
call non-family members by family terms like grandfather, grandmother, uncle, aunt
Use of plural possessive form, our country vs. my country, our house vs. my house
Socioeconomic Status Exhibit highest levels of educational achievement
34% of persons 25yo and older have bachelor’s degree 1/3 have small business
Typical for newly arriving families to start small business from money saved from labor
Language barrier and culture unfamiliarity prevent them from finding an occupation in the mainstream society
1/5 engage in professional work Family yearly income:
Mean $73,895 Median $70,000
Perception of Human Relations Belief that interdependence
among family members is more important than independence. Welfare of the family is more important than that of individual members.
accept that all people need help from others many times in their lives. Example: young children, elderly, or sick family members
Parents support their children until completion of schooling. Independence is expected after schooling.
Cooperation rather than competition.
Perception of Time Koreans are considered
monochronic. A monochronic time system
means that things are done one at a time and time is segmented into precise, small units. Under this system time is scheduled, arranged and managed.
Thus, time is limited and evolving
Perception of Activity Koreans perceive activity
as being. "Being" is the preference
for the less visible and concrete, emphasizing a more reflective or theoretical orientation toward activity (respectful, unassertive & submissive).
They are very respectful and consider progress as more important than results
So no matter what result they care more about how they get to that result.
Influence of Activity and Time Orientation Communication Learning Teaching
Suggestions for Approaching this Culture as Dental Patients
Cultural differences: depends on age, ethnic group, generation, migration wave, and time away from Korea.
Understanding Norms About Eye Contact and Body Language
• Do not expect sustained direct eye contact. When you first meet your patient he or she may frequently look at you when you are not looking to become more comfortable.
• Handshakes are appropriate between men; women do not shake hands. Respect is shown to authority figures by giving a gentle bow.
Understanding Personal Space Your patient may highly value emotional self-control. May not show pain or ask for pain medications. Respect of your patient’s desire to keep emotions in
control.
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