Because of repeated verbal and physical assaults, Alana has developed low self-esteem and feels that she cannot control the abuse or the events around them. In essence, she has learned to feel helpless, and has difficulty envisioning a way out of her

situation. This is called:

A. situational power.
B. non-leavers.
C. intergenerational transmission of violence.
D. learned helplessness.


Answer: D

Sociology

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After apartheid had ended, which of the following events took place in South Africa?

a. South Africa held its first universal election. b. Nelson Mandela became the president without any elections. c. Nelson Mandela was imprisoned a second time. d. South Africa witnessed the creation of the two-state nation.

Sociology

Kim works at McDonalds, and some weeks works 30 hours and other weeks 40 hours at the whim of the manager. Sometimes she has to work weekends and evenings, but her schedule is different every week. This is an example of a/an ____________

Fill in the blanks with correct word

Sociology

Why is embarrassment sociologically important?

A. It can potentially destroy the orderliness of a social situation. B. It encourages rebellion among members of social groups. C. It causes high blood pressure among all participants in the situation. D. It results in deviant behavior on the part of the victim.

Sociology

According to the functional perspective, health care was developed to __________

a. create social networks for people b. make people well so they can fulfill their function in society c. create power and make money d. regulate “medicine doctors”

Sociology