Steve Has Just Been Discharged from the Hospital with the Diagnosis

question 5

Multiple Choice

Steve has just been discharged from the hospital with the diagnosis of residual schizophrenia. Steve's family is marked by high levels of intra-familial criticism, hostility, and emotional over-involvement. Which statement is accurate ?

• A) Steve's family environment probably influenced the onset of his disorder but will have little impact on his rate of relapse.
• B) Given Steve's diagnosis, his chances of relapse are minimal.
• C) Steve has a greater chance of relapse if he returns to his family than if he does not.
• D) Steve's family would receive a low EE score.

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Definitions:

Independent Variable

In an experiment, the variable that is manipulated or changed by the researcher to observe its effect on the dependent variable.

Experimental Group

In an experimental research design, this is the group of participants who are exposed to the independent variable, to assess the effect of this variable.

Independent Variable

Within a study, the variable which is altered or adjusted by the investigator to see its impact on the dependent variable.

Dependent Variable

The dependent variable is the variable being tested and measured in a scientific experiment, which is expected to change as a result of variations in the independent variable.