Most Evidence for the Effectiveness of Self-Help Programs Comes From

question 184

Multiple Choice

Most evidence for the effectiveness of self-help programs comes from:

• A) carefully monitored longitudinal studies.
• B) laboratory experimentation and generalization of findings.
• C) cross-sectional surveys of self-help program participants.
• D) testimonials from those who have gone through such a program.

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Definitions:

Post-Traumatic Stress

A mental health condition triggered by a terrifying event, causing flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety, and uncontrollable thoughts about the event.

Flashbacks

A psychological phenomenon in which an individual experiences a vivid memory of a past event, often associated with trauma.

Guilt

An emotional state occurring when a person believes they have compromised their own standards of conduct or violated a moral standard.

Medical Model

A framework for understanding diseases and disorders focusing on biological factors and treating them through medical intervention.