The __________ Is a Statistical Measure of the Effectiveness of Psychological

question 66

Multiple Choice

The __________ is a statistical measure of the effectiveness of psychological treatment.

• A)effect size
• B)outcome index
• C)validity coefficient
• D)clinical correlation

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Definitions:

Milgram

Refers to Stanley Milgram, a psychologist known for his experiment on obedience, illustrating how people are willing to follow orders that could harm others under authority pressure.

Psychiatrists

Medical doctors specialized in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental illnesses, capable of prescribing medication.

Obedience Studies

Research focused on understanding how and why individuals comply with commands or orders from authorities, even when such orders may conflict with personal conscience.

Severe Shocks

Intense or extreme disturbances or impacts, usually referring to economic, environmental, or psychological events that have significant negative effects.