What is the term describing a gradual erosion of the uniqueness of one's personality, causing residents to become increasingly dependent on staff for mundane needs?

A. Gerontological persuasion
B. Institutional fatigue
C. Respite care
D. Institutional neurosis


Answer: D

Sociology

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a. ethnomethodology b. participatory action research c. naturalism d. grounded theory e. case studies

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Which statement about same-sex marriage is true?

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a. generate food surpluses to subsidize Third World wages with cheap food b. channel food aid through government agencies c. neutralize the effects of colonialism d. disseminate the benefits of development project

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