Merton Found That Culturally Defined Goals and Socially Approved Means

question 101

Short Answer

Merton found that culturally defined goals and socially approved means interact to produce _________ conditions.

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Definitions:

Autonomic Nervous System

The part of the nervous system responsible for control of the bodily functions not consciously directed, such as breathing, the heartbeat, and digestive processes.

Sympathetic Nervous System

Part of the autonomic nervous system that activates the body's responses under stress, often referred to as the "fight or flight" response.

Somatic Complaints

Physical symptoms that a person experiences, which may not have a medical explanation but are often related to psychological factors.

Insomnia

A common sleep disorder characterized by difficulty falling and/or staying asleep, affecting an individual's quality of life and health.