In the Naturalistic Observation Method the Researcher

question 72

Multiple Choice

In the naturalistic observation method the researcher

• A) uses questionnaires or interviews to gather information about specific aspects of participants' behavior.
• B) engages in careful observation of behavior without intervening directly with subjects.
• C) manipulates a variable under carefully controlled conditions.
• D) conducts an in-depth investigation of an individual subject.

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Definitions:

Innate Needs

Fundamental, biologically driven requirements essential for survival and psychological development, such as needs for food, safety, and belonging.

Personal Orientation Inventory

A psychological assessment tool used to measure personal values and behaviors indicative of self-actualization and personal growth.

Projective Technique

A psychological testing method where individuals project their own attributes, thoughts, and feelings through interpretations or responses to ambiguous stimuli.

Time Competence

The ability to live in and appreciate the present moment while making rational decisions based on both current reality and future possibilities.