_____ Are Groups or Segments in a Society That Possess

question 69

Multiple Choice

_____ are groups or segments in a society that possess similar beliefs,values,norms and patterns of behavior that set them apart from the larger mainstream.

• A)Demographic groups
• B)Subcultures
• C)Neighborhoods
• D)Social classes
• E)Reference groups

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Definitions:

Predictive Validity

The ability of a test to predict the future course of an individual’s development. An essential requirement of a good diagnostic system.

Recidivism

The tendency of a convicted criminal to reoffend.

Lifetime Prevalence

The proportion of individuals in a population who have ever experienced a particular disorder at any time in their lives up to the point of assessment.

Borderline Personality Disorder

A mental health condition characterized by unstable moods, behavior, and relationships.