A Major Drawback of the ABAB Reversal Design Lies in

question 83

Multiple Choice

A major drawback of the ABAB reversal design lies in

• A) the length of time it takes to complete all of the treatment conditions.
• B) the fact that there are limits to generalizability of results to other cases.
• C) its limited use with adults and developmentally disabled persons.
• D) the problem of determining accurate baselines for behaviours targeted for treatment.

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Definitions:

Activation

The process of initiating action or behavior. In a psychological context, it often refers to the engagement of mental processes to perform tasks or respond to stimuli.

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A cognitive framework representing an individual's fears, including information about feared stimuli, fear responses, and meaning of fear experiences.

Lifespan Considerations

The examination and inclusion of developmental stages and changes throughout an individual's life, relevant in fields like healthcare and psychology.

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