According to Kenneth Gergen, the Consequence of Needing to Conform

question 16

Multiple Choice

According to Kenneth Gergen, the consequence of needing to conform to a vast array of sometimes conflicting roles and relationships results in a(n) :

• A)object­self.
• B)I­self.
• C)saturated self.
• D)me­self.

Formulate arguments from both "blaming the victim" and "blaming the system" perspectives on social issues like unemployment, and assess these arguments critically.

Examine the relationship between social policy and conceptions of poverty, focusing on specific policy issues.

Understand the role of genetics and environment in shaping human behavior.

Identify and describe the theories of self-development, particularly Mead’s theory.

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Definitions:

Behavior

The actions or reactions of an organism, often in response to its environment.

Dysfunctional

Characterized by abnormal or impaired functioning, often affecting systems, relationships, or individual behavior.

Definition Of Abnormality

A concept used to describe patterns of behavior, thought, or emotion that deviate significantly from cultural norms and cause distress or impairment.

Dysfunction

An impaired or abnormal functioning of a bodily system or organ.