A Low, Non-Significant Correlation Between an Observation-Based Assessment of Symptoms

question 12

Multiple Choice

A low, non-significant correlation between an observation-based assessment of symptoms of autism and a teacher-report of ADHD symptoms provides ______________________ of the validity of the autism measure.

• A)convergent evidence
• B)multimethod evidence
• C)discriminant evidence
• D)differential evidence

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Definitions:

Negative View

A pessimistic perspective or attitude that focuses on the unfavorable aspects of situations or people.

Dismissing Attachment

A type of attachment characterized by a defensive attitude towards relationships and a sense of self-sufficiency that often limits emotional closeness.

Perspective-Taking

Involves the ability to understand and empathize with the thoughts, feelings, and viewpoints of others from their own perspective.

Objectivity

Objectivity refers to the judgment based on observable phenomena and uninfluenced by emotions or personal prejudices.