One of the Things to Look for in a Self-Help

question 73

Multiple Choice

One of the things to look for in a self-help book is a book that

• A) does not promise too much in the way of immediate change.
• B) sets up steps for quick results that represent significant change.
• C) is written by someone who has a degree in life coaching.
• D) promises all of these.

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Definitions:

Behavioral Health Problems

Issues affecting mental and emotional well-being and behaviors, including disorders like anxiety, depression, and substance abuse.

Meta-analytic Studies

Research methods that statistically combine the results of multiple studies on a topic to derive conclusions about the body of research.

Researcher Allegiance Bias

The tendency for the outcome of a study to be influenced by the researcher's own beliefs or preferences towards the therapy or intervention being tested.

Psychotherapy

A treatment approach where psychological methods, particularly when based on regular personal interaction, are used to help a person change behavior and overcome problems in desired ways.