Defendants May Not Be Executed If They Do Not Understand

question 6

True/False

Defendants may not be executed if they do not understand why they are being executed.

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Definitions:

Free Association

A psychoanalytic process in which the patient speaks freely to reveal the unconscious thoughts and feelings that influence behaviors.

Dream Analysis

A therapeutic technique best known in psychoanalysis, where dreams are interpreted to uncover underlying motivations and meanings.

Symbolism

Symbolism involves using symbols—objects, figures, or colors—to represent ideas or qualities in literature, art, or other forms of expression.

Transference

A phenomenon in psychoanalysis where patients project feelings for others, often from childhood, onto their therapist.