Though anomie theory regards the opiate addict as a "double failure" and a "retreatist," addicts are more likely to see themselves as purposeful, active, and resourceful-exactly the opposite image. Why do these two images differ so sharply? On what basis do addicts view themselves in such a positive fashion?

What will be an ideal response?


Answers will vary.

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An alternative explanation of the growth in conservative churches is that this growth is largely in response to:

a. increasing attention to secular social issues among mainstream churches. b. decreasing concern with basic questions of faith and evangelism in mainstream churches. c. disgust with increasing immorality in American culture. d. higher fertility rates among women in conservative denominations.

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Today, African Americans comprise the largest nondominant (minority) group in the United States

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Reduced importance of time is especially prevalent with which of the following groups?

a. First Nations b. Hispanic c. Asian American d. African American

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Social justice is an ideal condition in which all members of society have the same basic rights, protection, opportunities, obligations, and social benefits

A) ?True B) ?False

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