Which of the Following Is Considered a Fact About Suicide

question 11

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is considered a fact about suicide?

• A)Drug overdose is the leading cause of death among suicide victims.
• B)Once a person is considered suicidal,he or she should be viewed as suicidal indefinitely.
• C)Most suicidal people have ambivalent feelings regarding living or dying.
• D)Suicide runs in families.

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Definitions:

Robert Merton

An American sociologist known for his contributions to social theory, sociology of science, and the study of social structure and anomie.

Manifest Function

Clearly recognized and intended consequences of any social pattern or activity within a society.

Anticipated Outcome

The expected result or consequence of an action, process, or situation, often based on prior knowledge or hypotheses.

Dysfunction

The negative consequence of a social process that disrupts the operation of a system or organization.