In: Psychology
Where we are located within the economic class hierarchy strongly affects how we are perceived and how we feel about ourselves.
Think about and discuss what economic class you/your family fall into. How has being a part of this economic class affected how people have perceived you or your family and how do you think this economic location has affected you or your family.
Why is a class so important in American society?
How can your social class impact opportunities and advantages for the future?
Take a look at this article for a frame of reference and to better understand the psychology of social class: https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/cifamerica/2011/aug/10/america-poverty-criminalised