Question

The increased allostatic load that african americans experience as a result of years of stress related to discrimination is referred to as: select one:

a. self theory.

b. weathering.

c. disengagement.

d. integrity.

Answer 1

Answer:

B. weathering

Explanation:

The weathering theory dictates that the general health and well being of minorities tend to be below standard due to their poor socioeconomic situation.

This theory is strongly correlated with the discriminated that they face. Being minorities tend to lead to harder difficulty in finding jobs that lead to a situation where they do not have enough income to buy proper health care, foods, or education.