The Value of Psychological Theories of Deviance Is Limited Because

question 60

Multiple Choice

The value of psychological theories of deviance is limited because

• A)very few people experience an "unsuccessful socialization."
• B)there has been very little research of this kind.
• C)there is no way to distinguish "normal" from "abnormal" people.
• D)most people who commit crimes have normal personalities.

Comprehend the impact of natural selection, sexual selection, and genetic drift on microevolutionary processes.

Understand the principles and factors affecting natural selection and evolution.

Recognize different types of natural selection (e.g., stabilizing, directional, disruptive).

Differentiate between sympatric, allopatric, and parapatric speciation.

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Definitions:

Learned Helplessness Orientation

A condition in which a person suffers from a sense of powerlessness, arising from a traumatic event or persistent failure to succeed, which is generalized to other situations.

Fixed Mindset

A belief that one's abilities, intelligence, and talents are fixed traits, leading to a tendency to avoid challenges and give up easily when faced with obstacles.

Authoritative

A parenting style characterized by high expectations, understanding, and support toward the child.

Supportive

Providing assistance, encouragement, or comfort to others, often in times of need or distress.