The Test of Whether Words Are So Potentially Dangerous as to Not

question 69

Short Answer

The test of whether words are so potentially dangerous as to not be protected by the First Amendment must pass the _________________________ test.

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Definitions:

Nociception

The sensory nervous system’s response to potentially harmful stimuli, leading to the perception of pain.

Phantom Limb Pain

The sensation of pain or discomfort in a limb or part of the body that has been amputated.

Causalgia

A persistent, severe burning pain that usually follows an injury to a nerve, characterized by sensitivity to touch and temperature changes.

Peripheral Neuralgia

A condition characterized by pain or discomfort emanating from the peripheral nerves, typically caused by damage or dysfunction.