Why do you think STDs are classified according to the method of transmission rather than the symptoms or affected body parts? Can you think of any other disease classification that relies on the method of transmission? How does stigma affect the way people view STDs compared to other communicable diseases? How does stigma affect the way we treat some sexual practices as disordered?

What will be an ideal response?


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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Automobiles provide transportation and independence. They also cause a great deal of air pollution and contribute to global warming. Merton would consider these negative impacts to be __________

a. dysfunctions b. latent functions c. unavoidable functions d. manifest functions

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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