In the Majority of States, a Defendant Is Liable for Negligently

question 83

True/False

In the majority of states, a defendant is liable for negligently inflicted emotional distress, even in the absence of resultant physical harm.

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Definitions:

Unwanted Motivation

Motivation that is unintended or undesirable, often leading to behaviors that are not aligned with an individual's long-term goals or values.

Unwanted Response

A behavior or reaction that is not desired or intended in a particular context or situation.

Mowrer's Two-Factor Theory

A theory that combines both classical and operant conditioning to explain the development and maintenance of phobias.

Punishment

A consequence that decreases the likelihood of a behavior being repeated by applying an undesirable stimulus or removing a desirable one.