According to conflict theory, in order for medicalization to occur:
a. a disease must be observed and diagnosed for the first time.
b. one or more social groups must have something to gain and the power to convince others that a condition is an illness.
c. a majority of doctors must be in agreement that there is sufficient evidence that a disease actually exists.
d. the condition must be biologically described and unaffected by social forces.
b
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a. behaviorism b. biological psychology c. evolutionary psychology d. naturalism
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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A. cultural B. structural C. functional D. power
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false