Although We Cannot Establish Causality from a Correlational Study, Statistical

question 33

Multiple Choice

Although we cannot establish causality from a correlational study, statistical techniques are available to help clarify relationships. One of these is known as_______ and involves identifying multiple variables that are related to a single outcome either directly or indirectly through mediating variables) .

• A) path analysis
• B) triangulation
• C) multiple covariance
• D) test of inference

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Definitions:

Transference

Transference is a psychological phenomenon in which an individual unconsciously redirects feelings and attitudes from a person or situation in the past to a person or situation in the present, especially in psychotherapy contexts.

Therapeutic Process

The series of interactions, techniques, and strategies used within a therapeutic context to foster healing, change, or development in individuals or groups.

Hans Eysenck

A British psychologist known for his work in the fields of personality and intelligence.

Progressive Relaxation

A technique that involves tensing and then relaxing each muscle group in the body systematically to reduce stress and anxiety.