One of the root causes of suicide, according to Durkheim was______________?
Correct answer: D. Decrease in social solidarity
- A. None of these
- B. Increased development
- C. Industrialization
- D. Decrease in social solidarity
Explanation
Durkheim identified weakened social integration or solidarity as a root condition of suicide, especially egoistic suicide. Industrialization may contribute to social disruption, but it is not the most precise answer here.
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