A Danger Posed by Watching Repeated News Broadcasts of a Tragedy

question 39

Multiple Choice

A danger posed by watching repeated news broadcasts of a tragedy is that a person will

• A) not understand the nature of the tragedy.
• B) experience vicarious traumatization.
• C) develop a serious case of cynicism.
• D) become emotionally numb.
• E) none of these answers are correct.

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Definitions:

Interstitial Fluid

The fluid that occupies the spaces between cells in a tissue, providing a means of nutrient and waste transport between blood vessels and cells.

Electrical Signals

Pulses of charged particles used for communication within and between neurons and other cells, essential for body functions.

External Domain

External domain often refers to the part of a protein that extends outside the cell membrane or to the publicly accessible part of a web domain or internet site.

Signaling Molecule

A chemical substance, such as a hormone or neurotransmitter, that is involved in transmitting information between cells and tissues within an organism.