Define and Describe the Three Criteria for Establishing a Causal

question 67

Essay

Define and describe the three criteria for establishing a causal relationship between an independent variable and a dependent variable.

Identify the therapeutic formats in which Gestalt therapy is most effectively conducted.

Understand the role of the therapist in Gestalt and other experiential therapies.

Comprehend the process of catharsis and dream work within Gestalt therapy.

Analyze the concept of self-support, responsibility, and the development of awareness in therapy.

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Definitions:

Encoding Specificity

The principle that memory retrieval is more effective when the cues present at the time of encoding are also present at retrieval.

Memorability

The quality of being easy to remember due to being notable or remarkable.

Context-Dependent Learning

Context-dependent learning is the phenomenon where the context in which information is learned affects the ability to recall that information.

Mood-Congruent Memory

The tendency to recall information or events that are consistent with one's current mood, influencing and reinforcing emotional states.