What Two Types of Variance Are Especially Relevant to the Degree

question 49

Essay

What two types of variance are especially relevant to the degree of overlap between two distributions? For each of these types of variance, do higher or lower degrees of variance contribute to a larger effect size?

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Definitions:

SUD

Substance Use Disorder, a condition characterized by the chronic use of drugs or alcohol that leads to significant impairment or distress.

Core Beliefs

Fundamental, deeply held assumptions or convictions that shape how an individual interprets the world and themselves.

Automatic Thoughts

These are spontaneous, often involuntary thoughts that occur in response to specific situations, frequently negative or self-critical, and influence one's emotional state.

Alcohol Use Disorder

A health disorder defined by the lack of control over alcohol consumption, despite negative impacts on social relationships, work, or physical well-being.