Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Encyclopedia of Heroism Studies |
Publisher | Springer |
Number of pages | 3 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9783031171253 |
ISBN (Print) | 9783031171253 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 23 Nov 2023 |
Abstract
The hero contract is a type of psychological contract that is invoked when someone is called a hero. It is the expectation of reciprocity and unwritten, but mutually understood, shared responsibilities between the hero and the giver of the hero label.