Stress and culture

[Debashis]

How does the experience of stress vary across different cultures and societies, and what cultural factors contribute to the way people perceive and cope with stress?

 

[Shree]

Stress experiences vary across cultures due to societal values, economic conditions, and social support systems. Collectivist cultures emphasize community support, while individualistic cultures stress personal responsibility. Religious beliefs, stigma around mental health, and coping mechanisms like meditation or therapy shape how stress is perceived and managed.