During Times of Economic Hardship, There Is an Increase in Hostility

question 260

Multiple Choice

During times of economic hardship, there is an increase in hostility toward illegal immigrants. Psychologists would consider this situation to be an example of

• A)scapegoating.
• B)reaction formation.
• C)sublimated aggression.
• D)circumvention.

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Definitions:

Role Overload

Feeling overwhelmed due to having too many roles or responsibilities to manage simultaneously.

Ego Integrity

A sense of completeness and satisfaction with one's achievements and life experience, often discussed in the context of Erik Erikson's stages of psychosocial development.

Nursing Outcome

The measurable patient, family, or community states, behaviors, or perceptions that are influenced by nursing interventions.

Verbalize

The act of expressing thoughts and feelings in words.