Structural Functionalists Hold Which of the Following Beliefs

question 13

Multiple Choice

Structural functionalists hold which of the following beliefs?

• A) People with mental illnesses represent a threat to the stability of a society.
• B) The system may not always return to a level of stability and cohesion.
• C) Change within a system or society is easily dealt with.
• D) It is easy to explain how new types of social structures are created.

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Definitions:

Integrity Versus Despair

According to Erikson, the major developmental task of older age is finding meaning in the life that one has led. Success gives rise to a sense of integrity, whereas failure leads to despair.

Emotional Crises

Situations where an individual faces intense emotional turmoil or instability that requires immediate intervention.

Adolescent Development

The physical, emotional, cognitive, and social changes that occur during the transition from childhood to adulthood.

Sense of Identity

An individual's self-perception, encompassing personal beliefs, qualities, and expressions that distinguish them from others.