What Is an Important Predictor of How Social Deviants Are

question 17

Multiple Choice

What is an important predictor of how social deviants are treated?

• A) The nature of the deviant act
• B) The structure of the criminal justice system
• C) Whether it is primary or secondary social deviance
• D) The effect of negative sanctions
• E) Social class

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Definitions:

Private Institutions

Organizations or establishments that are owned and operated by private individuals or groups, rather than by the government, often in the context of education or healthcare.

Mental Patients

Individuals receiving treatment for mental health disorders, often characterized by disturbances in thought, emotion, and behavior.

Public Advocates

Individuals or organizations that seek to increase public awareness and influence policy decisions on behalf of community interests or societal benefits.

Receive Treatment

The process of undergoing medical care, therapy, or intervention for the improvement of a health condition or disorder.