Discuss the roles of the "Schelling incident" and "deindividuation" in the development of a mass panic
What will be an ideal response?
Answer: The answer should include a discussion of how the Schelling incident can be anything that sparks the panic, such as the sound of breaking glass. The discussion of deindividuation should describe how during the panic the individual may abandon their personal values and judgment and adopt those of the larger group.
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.Which of the following is the radical Islamic group that straddles the border region between Pakistan and Afghanistan?
a. Taliban b. Hamas c. al-Qaeda d. Muslim
Christopher is convinced that if he carries a weapon, he will not be victimized. He is trying to convince his mother that when he turns 18, he should be allowed to carry a gun. What does the research say about victimization and carrying a weapon? a. Males who carried weapons were half as likely to be victimized as those who did not
b. Males who carried weapons were twice as likely to be victimized as those who did not. c. Males who carried weapons were three times more likely to be victimized as those who did not. d. Males who carried weapons were three times less likely to be victimized as those who did not.
Who are most likely to come into contact with individuals who are either directly or indirectly involved in terrorist activities and are certain to be the first responders to any attack?
a. FBI agents b. CIA agents c. local law enforcement officers d. U.S. Marshalls
A person who has a temporary breakdown in coping skills is
a. mentally ill. b. mentally retarded. c. in crisis behavior. d. contemplating suicide.