Jorge Has Learned That He Has a Mental Illness

question 23

Multiple Choice

Jorge has learned that he has a mental illness. Since then, he has begun to act according to the illness, in ways that he thinks others expect someone with a mental illness to act. Which theory of health and illness best explains his situation?

• A) conflict
• B) doctor-patient confidentiality
• C) developmental sociology
• D) sick role
• E) symbolic interactionism

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Definitions:

Genetic Explanations

Theories or reasons that attribute certain traits or behaviors to variations in an individual's DNA.

Social Explanations

Theories or reasoning that account for behaviors, phenomena, or events based on social factors and contexts.

White-Collar Crime

Non-violent criminal activities committed by individuals, typically during the course of their profession, involving deceit, fraud, or breach of trust.

Privileged Deviance

Deviant acts committed by individuals of higher social status, which often go unpunished or are treated leniently due to their position.