According to Labeling Theory, a Psychiatric Diagnosis Serves to

question 84

Multiple Choice

According to labeling theory, a psychiatric diagnosis serves to

• A) identify etiological factors.
• B) eliminate bias due to social factors.
• C) clarify the nature of a psychiatric disorder.
• D) create a social role that perpetuates abnormal behavior.

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Definitions:

Attitude

A predisposition to act in a certain way.

Cognitive Component

The aspect of attitude that pertains to beliefs, thoughts, and knowledge about the object of one's attitude.

Attitude

A settled way of thinking or feeling about someone or something, typically reflected in a person's behavior.

Type A Personality

A personality oriented toward extreme achievement, impatience, and perfectionism.