Cultural Norms - GCSE Psychology Definition

Cultural norms are the shared rules and behaviours that people in a particular group or society follow.

These norms help guide how individuals act, dress, speak, and interact with each other. For example, in some cultures, it is normal to greet people with a handshake, while in others, a bow is more common. Cultural norms influence our everyday lives and shape how we understand the world and each other.

In GCSE Psychology, learning about cultural norms can help students appreciate the differences and similarities between groups and understand how these norms affect people's thoughts and actions.