Why Is the Description of Conflict as "Ethnic Violence" Misleading

question 41

Multiple Choice

Why is the description of conflict as "ethnic violence" misleading?

• A) it implies age-old conflicts that are not affected by historical or political events
• B) it ignores the peaceful interactions of groups over time
• C) it suggests that violence is biological and certain "ethnic" groups are more violent than others
• D) all of the above

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Definitions:

Cognitive Theory

This theory focuses on understanding how people process, store, and use information and how this affects their behavior.

Libido

In psychoanalytic theory, it represents the energy of the sexual drive as a component of the life instinct.

Sexual Instinct

An intrinsic part of human behavior, driven by the biological and psychological urge to engage in sexual activities.

Pleasure Principle

A psychoanalytic concept suggesting that individuals seek immediate gratification of needs and desires to experience pleasure and avoid pain.