Which of the following statements regarding stigma is correct?
A) People have full control over which stigmas are attached to them.
B) People may be stigmatized for deviant behaviors in which they no longer engage.
C) A person must be guilty of a crime to be stigmatized.
D) Because society is largely patriarchal, stigmas are mainly applied to women.

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Stigmas can persist even after an individual has ceased the behavior that initially led to the stigmatization, reflecting societal judgments and prejudices that may not align with current actions or behaviors.

Which of the Following Statements Regarding Stigma Is Correct