Which of the Following Terms Refers to the Phenomenon Whereby

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which of the following terms refers to the phenomenon whereby massive amounts of coverage result in the audience becoming numb and failing to act on the information regardless of how compelling the issue was presented?

• A) narcotizing dysfunction
• B) surveillance function
• C) gatekeeping
• D) None of these answers is correct.

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Definitions:

Alcoholism

A chronic disorder characterized by uncontrolled drinking and preoccupation with alcohol, leading to a range of physical, psychological, and social problems.

Prevalence Rates

The proportion of individuals in a population who have a particular disease or condition at a specific time.

Heroin

An opioid drug made from morphine, often used illegally for its euphoric effects.

Delirium Tremens

A severe form of alcohol withdrawal featuring sudden and severe mental or nervous system changes.