Many Studies Have Found That Social Support Is Especially Important

question 90

Multiple Choice

Many studies have found that social support is especially important as a buffer against depression when people are exposed to stress. Recent research by Kasen, Wickramaratne, Garneroff, & Weissmam (2012) showed that what specific kind of social support is particularly beneficial?

• A) psychological support, such as help with problem solving
• B) emotional support, such as having a "shoulder to cry on"
• C) religious participation and neighborhood cohesion
• D) workplace participation and leadership style

Analyze the impact of landmark U.S. Supreme Court decisions on correctional policies.

Understand the principles and controversies surrounding morality policies in criminal justice.

Identify and evaluate the ideologies that influence punitive punishment policies.

Recognize the role and implications of the corrections industry as a state employer.

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Definitions:

State Supreme Courts

The highest judicial bodies within the individual states in the United States of America, responsible for overseeing and ruling on matters of state law.

Subject Matter Jurisdiction

The power of a court to hear a particular type of case.

Federal Law

Laws created by the national government that apply to all states and citizens within the federal system.

Plaintiff

A Plaintiff is an individual or legal entity that brings a lawsuit against another in a court of law, alleging harm or wrongdoing by the defendant.