Asked by Cierra Paisley on Jul 08, 2024

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How does Gustave Le Bon define emotional contagion?

A) When an individual is exposed to information that conflicts with their prior beliefs.
B) When the media manipulates its audience to feel a certain way about a subject.
C) When individuals get caught up in crowd behaviors and take part in actions they otherwise would never consider.
D) When societal norms are challenged by a marginalized community and begin to shift.

Emotional Contagion

The phenomenon of experiencing emotions similar to and influenced by those of others around you.

Gustave Le Bon

A French social psychologist best known for his work on crowd psychology and his influential book "The Crowd: A Study of the Popular Mind."

  • Discern the implications of agenda-setting, framing, and cultivation theory on how the public perceives media and its effects.
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Zybrea KnightJul 14, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Gustave Le Bon defines emotional contagion as the phenomenon where individuals get caught up in crowd behaviors and take part in actions they otherwise would never consider, emphasizing the power of the group in influencing individual behavior.