What general conclusion did Emile Durkheim reach in his study of suicide?

A. Suicide is an entirely personal choice that is not affected by society.
B. Suicide is random and few patterns emerge
C. Women with a lot of children are at high risk of suicide
D. The risk of suicide is shaped by social forces.


Answer: D. The risk of suicide is shaped by social forces.

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