One Problem Often Noted About the Experimental Method Is That

question 82

Multiple Choice

One problem often noted about the experimental method is that

• A) the behavior of the child in the laboratory may not reflect real-world behavior.
• B) it is difficult to assign participants to conditions randomly.
• C) cause-and-effect relationships cannot be determined.
• D) the independent variable often cannot be manipulated.

Evaluate the reliability of flashbulb memories compared to everyday memories.

Understand the impact of brain functioning and structure on memory accuracy.

Assess the efficacy and concerns of recovery techniques for traumatic memories.

Gauge the susceptibility of autobiographical memories to inaccuracies.

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Definitions:

Sensate Focus

A treatment for sexual disorders that instructs couples to take the focus away from orgasm or intercourse and instead spend time concentrating on the pleasure achieved by such acts as kissing, hugging, and mutual massage. Also known as nondemand pleasuring.

Masturbatory Satiation

A behavioral treatment in which a client masturbates for a very long period of time while fantasizing in detail about a paraphilic object. The procedure is expected to produce a feeling of boredom that becomes linked to the object.

Orgasmic Reorientation

Orgasmic Reorientation is a controversial therapeutic attempt to change or redirect an individual's sexual orientation or preferences, lacking validation by scientific research.

Aversion Therapy

A treatment in which clients are repeatedly presented with unpleasant stimuli while performing undesirable behaviors such as taking a drug.