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Anthropological in the context of psychology refers to the study and examination of human behavior, mental processes, and societal structures from a cultural, historical, and evolutionary perspective. It involves exploring the ways in which cultural and social factors influence human psychology, cognition, and development. Anthropological psychology seeks to understand the interplay between human nature, culture, and society to gain insights into the diversity of human experiences and behaviors.
In the psychology context, an anthropologist typically refers to a professional who studies human behavior, cultures, and societies from an anthropological perspective but whose work intersects with psychological principles and theories. While anthropology and psychology are distinct disciplines, they share common interests in understanding human behavior and mental processes. Anthropologists specializing in psychological anthropology or cultural anthropology often explore how cultural practices, social structures, beliefs, and values influence individual behaviors, cognitive processes, and emotional states.
Anthropometry refers to the study and measurement of the dimensions of the body and other physical characteristics.