Although Kiesha Lives in an Affluent Suburb with Parents Who

question 54

Multiple Choice

Although Kiesha lives in an affluent suburb with parents who are white-collar professionals, she still feels the stress of being an ethnic minority in America because

• A) ethnic groups have been assimilated in the American experience.
• B) the rites of passage differ among different ethnic groups in America.
• C) many universals of adolescent development are determined by one's race and genes.
• D) stereotypes and prejudice are pervasive in the United States and cut across economic levels.

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Definitions:

Fearful Of Rejection

A psychological condition where an individual has an intense fear or apprehension of being dismissed or disapproved by others.

Social Contact

Interaction between two or more individuals, providing a basis for social relationships and community building.

Borderline Personality

A mental health disorder characterized by unstable moods, behavior, and relationships, often resulting in significant emotional distress.

Avoidant Personality Disorder

A mental health condition characterized by a pervasive pattern of social inhibition, feelings of inadequacy, and hypersensitivity to negative evaluation.