Which of the Following Is One of the Explanations Researchers

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is one of the explanations researchers have presented to answer the question, "Given the prevalence of prejudice in American society and the generally disadvantaged position of Blacks, why do Black adolescents have high self-esteem?"

• A) Black teenagers benefit from the support and positive feedback of adults in their communities.
• B) Blacks have learned not to recognize the extent to which American society discriminates against them.
• C) Very few Black adolescents have experienced racism.
• D) A weak sense of ethnic identity among Black adolescents prevents harm to their self-esteem.

Describe the diagnostic criteria for personality disorders under the DSM-5.

Understand the difference between schizotypal personality disorder and other personality disorders.

Recognize the role of unusual beliefs and odd cognition in schizotypal personality disorder.

Assess the impact of childhood experiences on the development of schizotypal personality disorder.

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