How, in the Minds of Americans, Do the Deserving Poor

question 10

Short Answer

How, in the minds of Americans, do the deserving poor differ from the nondeserving poor?

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Definitions:

Stigmatised Groups

Groups of individuals who are devalued, rejected, or excluded due to attributes that are discredited or seen as undesirable by the wider society.

Negative Self-Esteem

A harmful view of oneself characterized by a lack of confidence and feeling unworthy or inferior.

Self-Motive

The internal drives or reasons that guide an individual's behavior towards personal goals or fulfillment.

Self-Enhancement

The motive or tendency to view oneself in a favorable light and to seek positive feedback from others.