While Historical Explanations of Race Favored __________ Explanations, Contemporary Explanations

question 19

Multiple Choice

While historical explanations of race favored __________ explanations, contemporary explanations of race tend to base explanations on ___________.

• A) pseudoscientific; cultural factors
• B) geographic; genetic factors
• C) legal; social and cultural factors
• D) scientific; genetic

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Definitions:

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder

A mental health condition triggered by experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event, characterized by flashbacks, nightmares, and severe anxiety.

Genes

The functional units of heredity; they are composed of DNA and specify the structure of proteins.

Alcoholism

A chronic disease characterized by uncontrolled drinking and preoccupation with alcohol, often leading to physical and psychological dependence.

Cultural Syndrome

Patterns of behavior, beliefs, and values that are characteristic of a specific culture, often influencing the mental health and well-being of its members.