According to Durkheim stronger social ties and religious affiliation______________?
Correct answer: D. Decrease them
- A. Increase the suicide rates
- B. None of these
- C. Have no effect upon them
- D. Decrease them
Explanation
Durkheim linked suicide risk to the level of social integration: strong relationships and religious affiliation provide belonging, support, and regulation, thereby reducing suicide rates. This is why he described egoistic suicide as arising from weak social integration.
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