In his classic study on the social problem of suicide,Émile Durkheim found that suicide rates are primarily influenced by ______.
A)social integration and social regulation
B)social integration and social unity
C)social regulation and social repression
D)social integration and social dysfunction

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Durkheim found that suicide rates are primarily influenced by the degree of social integration (the extent to which individuals feel connected to society) and social regulation (the level of external control on individuals' behavior). He argued that a lack of integration or regulation can lead to feelings of anomie or normlessness, which increases the likelihood of suicide. Therefore, option A is the best choice because it includes both social integration and social regulation.

In His Classic Study on the Social Problem of Suicide,Émile