Cult Conversions Often Begin with Intense Displays of Affection and Understanding

question 420

Multiple Choice

Cult conversions often begin with intense displays of affection and understanding, which is termed

• A) empathic arousal.
• B) brainwashing.
• C) social exchange.
• D) love bombing.

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