The Research Design That Can Best Evaluate the Presence of a Cause

question 19

True/False

The research design that can best evaluate the presence of a cause and effect relationship between psychotherapy and improvement is a controlled experiment.

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Definitions:

Altruism

The selfless concern for the well-being of others without expecting any reward.

Ethical Theory

A system of thought that explores the nature of morality and the moral choices individuals make.

Moral Development

Refers to the process through which individuals develop proper attitudes and behaviors toward other people in society, based on social and cultural norms, personal beliefs, and experiences.

Direct Consequences

Immediate results or effects that follow an action or decision without any intervening factors or mechanisms.