If One Is in a Field Setting Where There Are

question 17

Multiple Choice

If one is in a field setting where there are opposing groups in conflict with one another,the best thing to do is

• A)immediately choose one group and side with it.Becoming a strong advocate for its position is the best way to gain trust and intimacy.
• B)leave the field immediately.Researchers must avoid all conflict and stay neutral.
• C)try to be as impartial as possible.Explain that you are neutral to both sides to keep lines of communication open.
• D)take an active role as mediator.Use your influence to get the groups to be friendly with each other and end their fighting.
• E)use the opportunity to leave the setting entirely.A field researcher must never be privy to group conflict.

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Definitions:

Experiential Therapists

Therapists who focus on creating situations where clients can directly experience their emotions and responses within the therapeutic setting.

Organizing Force

A driving factor or influence that brings structure or order to a system or collective.

Manage Feelings

Strategies or processes used to regulate one's emotions to appropriately respond to different situations.

No-Treatment

Refers to a control condition in research where participants do not receive any intervention, allowing for comparison with treatment conditions.