According to Durkheim's discussion of suicide, anomic suicide refers to:
A) Suicide caused by an individual experiencing disorder and turmoil and who lacks clear norms and guidelines for social behavior
B) Suicide caused by feeling little social bond to the group or society
C) Suicide caused by such a strong bond and group obligation that the individual is willing to die for the group
D) Suicide caused by depression due to downward mobility

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Anomic suicide refers to suicide caused by an individual experiencing disorder and turmoil and who lacks clear norms and guidelines for social behavior. This can occur during a period of rapid social change or economic disruption when individuals may feel a sense of aimlessness or purposelessness due to the breakdown of traditional norms and values.

According to Durkheim's Discussion of Suicide, Anomic Suicide Refers To