Although Leon Was Brought Up in an Impoverished Environment Where

question 33

Multiple Choice

Although Leon was brought up in an impoverished environment where he was exposed to violence,he went on to college,and then became a physician.His colleagues were amazed at his apparent ability to withstand even the pressures of a residency in a large municipal hospital.Leon would accurately be called __________ in terms of his response to stress.

• A)opportunistic
• B)repressive
• C)suppressive
• D)resilient

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Definitions:

Phenomenological Theory

A philosophical approach focusing on individuals' subjective experiences and interpretations of the world.

Subjectivity

The influence of personal feelings, tastes, or opinions on perception or judgment.

Consciousness

The state of being aware of and able to think about one's own existence, sensations, thoughts, surroundings, and experiences.

Labeling Theory

A sociological theory suggesting that deviance and conformity result not so much from what people do, but from how others respond to those actions.