The Idea That Most People Have Similar Beliefs, Values, and Goals

question 49

Multiple Choice

The idea that most people have similar beliefs, values, and goals and that societal laws reflect the majority view is most consistent with:

• A)the pluralist paradigm.
• B)the conflict paradigm.
• C)the consensus paradigm.
• D)the repressive paradigm.

Discuss the characteristics and social factors related to gays and lesbians.

Recognize the role of the gay community in the anti-AIDS crusade.

Understand the sociodemographic profile of individuals with conservative and discriminatory attitudes.

Describe the process of developing a gay identity and the stages involved.

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Definitions:

CS

In learning psychology, CS stands for Conditioned Stimulus, an initially neutral stimulus that, after being associated with an unconditioned stimulus, eventually triggers a conditioned response.

Conscious Intentions

Mental states or plans that are formed with awareness and purpose towards carrying out an action.

John B. Watson

An American psychologist who established the psychological school of behaviorism.

Behaviorists

Psychologists who focus on observable behaviors and the ways in which learning mechanisms affect behavior.