The Statement, "If Patients Are Given Drug X, Then They

question 11

Multiple Choice

The statement, "If patients are given Drug X, then they will be less depressed," is an example of a(n) ___________.

• A)hypothesis
• B)theory
• C)variable
• D)operational definition

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Definitions:

Chronic Depression

A prolonged state of depression, lasting for years, where an individual experiences persistent feelings of sadness and hopelessness.

Social-Cognitive Perspective

A viewpoint in psychology that emphasizes the role of cognitive processes in understanding social behavior.

Academically Incompetent

Lacking the necessary skills, knowledge, or ability to achieve success in an educational setting.

Disorganized Speech

A symptom often observed in certain psychological disorders, characterized by incoherent or nonsensical talk, indicating disrupted thinking.