The Term______________refers to the Process Whereby Nonmedical Problems Become Defined

question 36

Multiple Choice

The term______________refers to the process whereby nonmedical problems become defined and treated as illnesses or disorders.

• A)medicalization
• B)demedicalization
• C)non-medicalization
• D)remedicalization

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Definitions:

Alejandro Portes

A sociologist known for his work on immigration, assimilation, and the socio-economic challenges faced by migrant communities.

Min Zhou

A sociologist known for her work on immigration, ethnic identity, and the socio-economic adaptation of Asian American communities.

American Society

The collective social structure, cultures, and institutions of the United States, characterized by diversity and a complex history of immigration and integration.

Civic Culture

An approach to democracy that emphasizes the role of culture, norms, and values in the functioning of a democratic society, where citizens actively participate in public life.