Research Indicates That Eyewitness Testimony Is

question 152

Multiple Choice

Research indicates that eyewitness testimony is:

• A) highly reliable.
• B) better for fleeting and unexpected events.
• C) impaired by events of the crime.
• D) not subject to the introduction of misinformation.

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Definitions:

Somatic Symptom

A physical symptom that can cause significant distress or impairment, which may be linked to psychological distress though it lacks a medical cause.

Dissociative

Relating to or involving dissociation, a disconnection and lack of continuity between thoughts, memories, surroundings, actions, and identity.

Acute Stress

A short-term physiological response to an immediate perceived threat, which can enhance performance or cause anxiety.

Somatic Symptom

involves physical symptoms that are distressing and may not have a discernible medical cause, often associated with somatic symptom disorder.