Define a Construct and Explain Why Psychologists Often Need to Use

question 65

Essay

Define a construct and explain why psychologists often need to use an operational definition to measure constructs.

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Definitions:

Older Adult's Well-being

Refers to the overall health, happiness, and quality of life experienced by people in their senior years.

Breast-feeding

The practice of feeding a baby with milk directly from the mother’s breast, which can bolster infant health and strengthen maternal bond.

Diabetes

A group of diseases that affect how your body uses blood sugar (glucose), characterized by high blood sugar levels over a prolonged period.

Anemia

A condition characterized by a deficiency of red blood cells or hemoglobin in the blood, leading to fatigue, weakness, and other symptoms.