College Provides a Haven for Several Million Potential Workers Who

question 28

Multiple Choice

College provides a haven for several million potential workers who are classified as "students" rather than "unemployed," which helps stabilize the job market. This situation represents what Merton would describe as a ________.

• A) manifest function
• B) latent dysfunction
• C) manifest dysfunction
• D) latent function

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Definitions:

Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy

A psychotherapeutic approach that addresses dysfunctional emotions, behaviors, and cognitions through a goal-oriented, systematic process.

Family Therapy

A type of psychological counseling that helps family members improve communication and resolve conflicts in a therapeutic setting, often involving multiple family members in the treatment process.

Psychoeducation

The process of educating patients about their psychological disorders, including symptoms, treatments, and coping strategies.

Social Skills Training

The teaching of appropriate and effective social communication and interpersonal behaviour.