Why Do Researchers Have to Guard Against Participant and Experimenter

question 4

Essay

Why do researchers have to guard against participant and experimenter bias? Describe one way researchers can avoid these problems.

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Definitions:

Cognitive Explanations

Theories or interpretations that account for a phenomenon based on mental processes such as perception, memory, and reasoning.

Experimental Tests

Controlled tests carried out to investigate the effectiveness or properties of a theory or substance.

Agoraphobia

An anxiety disorder characterized by an intense fear of being in situations where escape might be difficult or help wouldn't be available if panic strikes.

Panic Disorder

A psychiatric disorder characterized by sudden episodes of intense fear or anxiety and physical symptoms based on a perceived threat rather than imminent danger.