dediferentseerism
Dediferentseerism is a term used in sociology and cultural studies to describe a phenomenon where distinct cultural groups or subcultures begin to lose their unique characteristics and become more similar to one another. This process is often driven by globalization, increased media exposure, and the pervasive influence of dominant cultural trends. It suggests a homogenization of cultural practices, beliefs, and aesthetics, leading to a blurring of the lines that once defined separate identities.
The concept of dedifferentiation implies a movement away from specialized or distinct cultural forms towards a
The term is not a formally established academic discipline but rather a descriptive concept used to analyze