The Anytown Town Council Developed a Program to Curb Delinquent

question 39

Multiple Choice

The Anytown town council developed a program to curb delinquent behavior among the town's adolescents. The program had an iatrogenic effect, meaning

• A) the program was successful and delinquent behavior was reduced.
• B) the program backfired and delinquent behavior increased.
• C) there were no effects on delinquent behavior, either positive or negative.
• D) some problem behaviors increased and others decreased.

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Definitions:

Selective Perception

The process by which individuals perceive what they want to in media messages while ignoring opposing viewpoints.

Ethnic Minority

A group within a country or society that is distinguished from the majority by cultural, religious, linguistic, or racial characteristics, and often experiences differential treatment or marginalization.

Media

The various means of mass communication considered collectively, including television, radio, newspapers, and the internet, that disseminate information or entertainment to the public.

Racial Purity

A controversial and debunked concept often used to justify discriminatory practices, suggesting that certain races should remain "pure" and not intermix with others.