The focus on underlying medical issues when it comes to explaining deviance also changes how we view and treat deviants. Because the focus is on the medical cause, we are now more likely to treat deviants
A) with pity rather than scorn.
B) without the stigma attached.
C) as requiring institutionalization.
D) as beyond help.

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The focus on medical causes of deviance often leads to a shift in perception from blaming the individual for their behavior to viewing them as an unfortunate victim of their medical condition. This can elicit feelings of pity or sympathy rather than scorn or judgment.

The Focus on Underlying Medical Issues When It Comes to Explaining