Which of the following concepts may potentially underlie the phenomenon of mass hysteria, which occurs when there is a large-scale outbreak of bizarre and disturbed behavior?

a. Emotional contagion
b. Acedia
c. Demonology
d. Tarantism


Answer: a. Emotional contagion

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