Excluded from Goffman's concept of "blemishes of individual character" is:
A) unemployment
B) alcoholism
C) treacherous and rigid beliefs
D) mental disorder
E) the violation of the norm of having a pleasing, esthetic appearance

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Goffman's concept of "blemishes of individual character" refers to characteristics that are believed to reflect negatively on a person's moral character or worth, such as dishonesty or immorality. The violation of the norm of having a pleasing, esthetic appearance is not necessarily a reflection of a person's character and is therefore excluded from this concept. Factors such as unemployment, alcoholism, treacherous and rigid beliefs, and mental disorder may be included as they are often seen as reflecting negatively on a person's character or worth.

Excluded from Goffman's Concept of "Blemishes of Individual Character" Is