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________ theorists point out that those in power in a religion are often able to dictate practices, rituals, and beliefs through their interpretation of religious texts or via proclamations of direct communication with the divine.

________ is the emphasis on certificates or degrees to show that a person has a certain skill, has attained a certain level of education, or has met certain job qualifications. These certificates or degrees serve as a symbol of what a person has achieved, and allows the labeling of that individual.

The discussion on the performance of ________ versus public schools is hotly debated with many studies being completed. Research indicates that they do not always outperform public schools.

According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), the most common mental disorders in the United States are ________.

Of special interest to thanatologists is the concept of “dying with dignity,” also known as

In ________ there is a belief in a divine connection between humans and other natural beings.

________ defines a family as “a group of two people or more, one of whom is the householder, who are related by birth, marriage, or adoption and are residing together.”

In the DSM-IV, ________ represent “an enduring pattern of inner experience and behavior that deviates markedly from the expectations of the culture of the individual who exhibits it.” In other words,________ cause people to behave in ways that are seen as abnormal to society but seem normal to them.

Though it may seem obvious now, with our awareness of ageism, social conflict theorists were the first to suggest that members of society might be ranked by age, just as members of society are ranked by race, class, and gender. This is called the ___________

Today, in the United States, some of the key predictors for student performance include