Distinguish between internal and external stressors. Cite three examples of each kind that you have experienced in your own life

What will be an ideal response?


The student should assert that internal stressors are those that begin inside the family, such as illness and chemical addictions. External stressors are those that occur outside the family over which one has little control. Examples include natural disasters, the rate of inflation, and cultural changes. Discussion should include the students own personal examples—three of each type.

Sociology

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Racial formation theory seeks to understand how race (which makes no logical sense) has come to assume such great importance

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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________ note that those who are less powerful (women and minorities) have a greater need to know what the more powerful people with whom they interact are really thinking and planning.

A. Parametric determinists B. Conflict theorists C. Symbolic interactionists D. Social constructionists

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