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The Key to Whether or Not a Psychological Finding Is

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The key to whether or not a psychological finding is important is whether or not the finding is surprising.


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Participant Observer

A research method in which the investigator actively engages in the community or group being studied, while also maintaining a degree of distance to observe their behaviors and interactions.

Overload

The state of being overwhelmed by too many demands, information, or responsibilities, leading to stress or decreased functioning.

Emil Kraepelin

A German psychiatrist known for his influential work in classifying mental disorders.

DSM

Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, a comprehensive classification system of mental disorders used by healthcare professionals.

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