Unilineal Descent Groups

question 2

Multiple Choice

Unilineal descent groups:

• A) endure over time and clearly define who is a member and who is not.
• B) allow members to decide which descent groups they want to belong to; therefore, these groups change membership and size radically from generation to generation.
• C) cannot clearly define who is or is not a member, but still manage to endure over time.
• D) allow individuals to first identify themselves as individuals and then as members of the kinship group.
• E) do not place emphasis on individual or corporate identity.

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Definitions:

Reinforcing Factors

Elements that increase the likelihood of a person adopting or continuing a health-related behavior.

Precontemplation Stage

The stage of behavior change where the individual is not yet considering change or is unaware of the need to change.

Transtheoretical Model

A psychological model that outlines stages of change individuals go through in modifying behavior, from precontemplation to maintenance.

Contemplation Stage

A stage in the Transtheoretical Model of Change where an individual is considering making a change in their behavior, but has not yet committed to action.