The Institute for Justice, a Neutral Party in a Court

question 3

Multiple Choice

The Institute for Justice, a neutral party in a court proceeding, filed a brief intended to aid the court in arriving at a decision. The brief in this instance is called an) _____________.

• A) amicus curiae
• B) tort
• C) stare decisis
• D) mens rea

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Definitions:

Somatoform Disorders

A group of disorders characterized by physical symptoms that suggest physical illness or injury, but which cannot be fully explained by a medical condition, substance use, or another mental disorder.

Psychosomatic Disorders

Health problems that are aggravated or primarily caused by psychological factors, such as stress and anxiety, manifesting through physical symptoms.

Anxiety Disorders

A group of mental disorders characterized by significant feelings of anxiety and fear.

Dissociative Identity Disorder

A mental disorder characterized by the presence of two or more distinct personality states that control an individual's behavior in different contexts.