Chen and Colleagues' (2012)meta-Analysis of Meditative Therapies Found That Studies

question 34

Multiple Choice

Chen and colleagues' (2012) meta-analysis of meditative therapies found that studies conducted in Eastern countries (India,China,Japan) compared to Western countries showed:

• A)smaller effect sizes.
• B)equivalent effect sizes.
• C)larger effect sizes.
• D)less methodological rigor.

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Definitions:

Lower Self-Esteem

Refers to a lower regard for one’s own worth or value.

Frustration-Aggression Hypothesis

A theory suggesting that aggression is often the result of frustration caused by blocked goals.

Aggression

Behaviors or actions intended to harm or intimidate others, driven by anger or hostility.

Frustration

A negative emotional state resulting from a blocked goal or desire, often leading to negative outcomes like aggression or giving up.