Gordon and Jeannette Were Paired to Work as a Team

question 13

Multiple Choice

Gordon and Jeannette were paired to work as a team on their research methods project. They are very interested in examining the variable of test anxiety, with specific attention paid to the extent the study resembles test anxiety in the classroom or natural environment. Gordon and Jeannette are primarily interested in their study's:

• A) mundane realism.
• B) control group.
• C) internal validity.
• D) concurrent validity.

Comprehend various therapeutic techniques used to treat phobias and anxiety disorders.

Recognize the role of conditioning in the development of phobias.

Identify the differences between specific phobias, social anxiety disorder, and panic attacks.

Learn about the effectiveness and application of systematic desensitization and exposure therapy.

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