Dr Wilhelm Randomly Assigned 50 Depressed Patients (Half Women and Half

question 130

Multiple Choice

Dr. Wilhelm randomly assigned 50 depressed patients (half women and half men) to two groups for treatment. One group received medication, and the other received cognitive therapy. Ratings of the depression level of the participants were taken before and after treatment. The type of treatment received (medication vs. cognitive therapy) is the

• A)third variable.
• B)classificatory variable.
• C)dependent variable.
• D)independent variable.

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Definitions:

Psychology

The scientific study of the mind and behavior, encompassing various aspects of conscious and unconscious experience as well as thought processes.

Structuralism

A framework in psychology that emphasizes analyzing the basic elements of consciousness to understand the structure of the mind.

Functionalism

A theory in psychology that emphasizes the purpose and function of behavior and consciousness to adapt to the environment.

Introspection

The examination or observation of one's own mental and emotional processes.