Recently, a Group of Researchers Raised Concerns About the Use

question 42

Essay

Recently, a group of researchers raised concerns about the use of so-called WEIRD participants in the majority of psychological studies. Who are WEIRD participants? Why is this issue a potential concern to psychological researchers (e.g., do WEIRD participants hurt reliability)? What steps can be taken to address the concerns about WEIRD participants?

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Definitions:

External Cause

External cause involves factors or events outside an individual that have an impact on their behavior or the outcome of a situation.

Anorexia Nervosa

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Hospitalization

The process of admitting a person to a hospital for medical treatment, observation, or care.

Severe Consequences

Significant negative outcomes resulting from specific actions or inactions.