What Is the Controversy Tied to Criminal Cases, in Particular

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Essay

What is the controversy tied to criminal cases, in particular capital cases, in the state of Texas? Why is there such a controversy? What protections are put in place in order to help protect the defendants in these cases?

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Definitions:

General Adaptation Theory

A theory by Hans Selye that describes the body's short-term and long-term reactions to stress, including stages of alarm, resistance, and exhaustion.

Test Anxiety

Excessive stress and fear about taking examinations, which can impair performance.

Mental Alert

The state of being fully aware, awake, and attentive.

Ego-Defense Mechanism

Psychological strategies unconsciously used by individuals to protect themselves from anxiety and unacceptable thoughts and feelings.