The Specialized Type of Research That Is Based on the Belief

question 32

Multiple Choice

The specialized type of research that is based on the belief that it is important to work directly with those who are affected by a situation and involve them in the process of gathering data, analyzing the results, and translate the findings to decision makers is called _____ research.

• A)Participatory Action
• B)Process Action
• C)Progress Agreement
• D)Person Acclimated

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Definitions:

Factitious Disorder

A disorder characterized by faking or producing symptoms of illness or injury (e.g., by putting blood in a urine sample or swallowing a noxious substance) to gain a doctor’s attention and thus satisfy a need to play the role of patient. Classified in DSM-5 within the group of somatic symptom and related disorders.

Malingering

Pretending to be ill in order to achieve some specific objective. Not to be considered a somatoform disorder, in which the sufferer truly believes there is a serious physical problem.

Conversion Disorder

A mental condition where psychological stress is manifested as physical symptoms without an underlying medical cause.

Conversion Disorder

A mental condition in which a person has blindness, paralysis, or other neurologic symptoms that cannot be explained by medical evaluation.