Why Are Several Disorders Such as Koro and Running Amok

question 105

Multiple Choice

Why are several disorders such as koro and running amok common in some cultures and not others?​

• A)People copy abnormal behaviors from others.
• B)​Differences in diet and sleep habits lead to different disorders.
• C)​Psychiatrists in various cultures use different standards for diagnosis.
• D)​Genetic differences are responsible for many psychological disorders.

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Definitions:

Possible Self

An individual's conception of themselves in the future, including hopes, fears, and goals, influencing motivation and behavior.

Social Control

Mechanisms, processes, and institutions aimed at regulating individual and group behavior in an effort to maintain societal norms and values.

Group Life

Refers to the social behavior and dynamics observed within groups of individuals, including social structures, roles, and interactions.

Identity

The sum of characteristics and experiences that define an individual or group, including aspects of social, cultural, and personal identity.