What Type of Anthropologist Studies People from a Perspective That

question 34

Multiple Choice

What type of anthropologist studies people from a perspective that considers how humans have adapted to their environments over time?

• A) physical anthropologist
• B) linguistic anthropologist
• C) paleoanthropologist
• D) cultural anthropologist

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Definitions:

Culture-Bound Disorders

Mental or behavioral disorders that are specific to a particular cultural context and may not be recognized in other cultures.

Latin America

A region in the Western Hemisphere that predominantly speaks Romance languages, including Spanish and Portuguese, encompassing Central and South America as well as the Caribbean.

Ataque De Nervios

A culturally specific syndrome among Latin American populations characterized by intense emotional upset, acute anxiety, anger, or grief, accompanied by screaming and crying.

Severe Depression

A mental disorder characterized by a relentless gloomy mood or lack of enthusiasm for activities, resulting in major impairment in daily routines.