In "Coerced-Internalized False Confessions," Suspects May Finally Agree with Police

question 202

True/False

In "coerced-internalized false confessions," suspects may finally agree with police statements that falsely implicate them in a crime in order to end an extremely uncomfortable situation, or in order to receive a promised benefit for admitting (falsely) to involvement in the crime.

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Definitions:

Facial Expressions

Visible manifestations of emotions, thoughts, or intentions, shown through movements of the facial muscles.

Evolutionary Perspective

A theoretical approach that explains human behavior and mental processes as adaptations that have evolved over time.

Facial Feedback Effect

The theory that facial expressions can influence emotional experiences.

Nonverbal Communication

The transmission of messages or signals through a non-linguistic means, such as facial expressions, body language, gestures, or tone of voice.