Psychologists Stopped Relying on the Method of Analytic Introspection as Their

question 8

Multiple Choice

Psychologists stopped relying on the method of analytic introspection as their primary research tool because:

• A)they wanted to study mental processes rather than observable behavior.
• B)results were inconsistent across labs.
• C)laboratory research was replaced by field research.
• D)the technique did not provide useful information for therapists.

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Definitions:

Illusion of Invulnerability

An overconfidence bias where a group underestimates risks, leading to over-optimistic decision-making.

Ethical Consequences

The outcomes or impacts on morality and ethical principles resulting from specific actions or decisions.

Ad Hoc Committee

A temporary committee formed for a specific task or objective and dissolved after its completion.

Organization

An arranged group of people with a particular purpose, such as a business, government body, or charity.