In the mid-20th century, the American Psychological Association (APA) considered homosexuality a disease. Since that time, the APA has reversed its stance. Homosexuality has become ______.

A. labeled
B. medicalized
C. de-medicalized
D. de-labeled


Answer: C

Sociology

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Identify and describe four ways in which our labels of being "old" are socially constructed

What will be an ideal response

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SAGE Core Concepts: Multigenerational FamiliesClick on the above link to access the Interactive eBook. Once you've signed in, scroll to page 158, and watch the video. When you've finished watching the video, come back to the test, and answer the following questions:In multigenerational family structures, adults most often share ______ responsibilities.

A. healthcare B. political C. care taking D. educational

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Jose, who was trained as a high-school teacher in Mexico, immigrated to a large city in the United States ten years ago. He now works two minimum wage jobs to make ends meet, and his health is declining. How might a sociologist explain this?

A. Jose's traditional Mexican diet is unhealthy. B. Jose's decline in health is inevitable due to his family's health history. C. Jose's economic class status is associated with poor health. D. Jose's health is declining because he makes poor decisions.

Sociology