In Societies Characterised by a Social Mobility Belief System, Individuals

question 25

Multiple Choice

In societies characterised by a social mobility belief system, individuals can improve the quality of their social identity by:

• A) engaging in civil rights activities.
• B) assimilating into a high-status group.
• C) emigrating.
• D) challenging the higher-status group.

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Definitions:

Defence Mechanisms

Subconscious defense mechanisms used by individuals or groups to manage real-life situations and uphold their self-esteem.

Skinner

A psychologist best known for his work in behaviorism and the development of operant conditioning.

Humanistic Theorists

Psychologists who emphasize the intrinsic worth of individuals and the importance of human values in understanding motivation.

Theoretical Perspective

A specific viewpoint or set of assumptions about the nature of something, often used in research to guide methodology and interpretation.