What Did Witmer's "Clinical Method" Consist Of

question 78

Multiple Choice

What did Witmer's "clinical method" consist of?

• A) using motion studies to better understand worker stress and fatigue
• B) doing psychotherapy with patients suffering from emotional and psychological distress
• C) a medical exam and psychological testing of children with educational problems, resulting in a detailed plan to address the child's challenges
• D) doing personality tests to discover the characteristics of workers and children with special needs

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Definitions:

Fluid intelligence

The ability to reason and solve new problems independently of previously acquired knowledge.

Cognitive change

Refers to the alteration in cognitive functions, which may include memory, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities, over time.

Processing speed

The rate at which an individual can complete cognitive tasks or absorb and react to incoming information.

Social relationships

Bonds or connections between individuals in a society, characterized by varying degrees of intimacy, mutual assistance, and obligations.