Which of the following in NOT a reason why police should be cautious in enlisting a psychologist to assist in hostage negotiation?

A. Psychologists have little formal training on the topic
B. Predictors of probable dangerousness in a given person are very poor
C. Psychologists may side with the hostage taker, reflecting the Stockholm syndrome
D. Statistical methods are more accurate predictors of outcome than is clinical judgment

C

Psychology

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A. the punishment is strong and sure B. the punishment is delayed rather than prompt C. the recipient is angry or aggressive D. the recipient is not rewarded for the desired behavior

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The Ku?bler-Ross Model has four stages.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Psychology