Joseph Is Hospitalized After He Claims That Aliens Are Speaking

question 34

Multiple Choice

Joseph is hospitalized after he claims that aliens are speaking to him through the radio.His wife, Marsha, reacts by stating that his behavior is due to the high levels of stress he is experiencing at work.From the perspective of labeling theory, Marsha's reaction is an example of _____________.

• A)Denial
• B)Normalization
• C)Attenuation
• D)Balancing

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