When Patterns of Discriminatory Behavior,policies,or Practices Become a Part of an Organization

question 68

Multiple Choice

When patterns of discriminatory behavior,policies,or practices become a part of an organization and continue to perpetuate disadvantage to those being discriminated against it has become ______.

• A)systemic
• B)integral
• C)requisite
• D)inseparable

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Definitions:

Acquired Fears

Fears that are developed after birth as a result of personal experiences or learning, rather than being innate.

Behavior Modification

A therapeutic approach that seeks to change undesirable behaviors through the use of reinforcement and punishment.

Conditioning Techniques

Methods used in behavioral psychology to teach or modify behaviors through the use of rewards or punishments.

Maladaptive Behaviors

Actions or tendencies that are counterproductive to oneself or others, often developed as coping mechanisms for dealing with stress or trauma.