Information Is Never Neutral; Just the Act of Measuring and Reporting

question 5

True/False

Information is never neutral; just the act of measuring and reporting information affects the individuals involved.

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Definitions:

Target Behaviors

Specific behaviors identified for change or modification in therapeutic or behavioral interventions.

Reciprocal Inhibition

Reciprocal inhibition is a principle in psychology that suggests the presence of a certain response will inhibit the occurrence of an opposite response, used therapeutically to reduce anxiety through relaxation techniques.

Symptom Substitution

A theory suggesting that if a symptom is removed without resolving the underlying cause, a new symptom will emerge to take its place.

Problem Reduction

Problem reduction is a strategy in problem-solving processes that involves breaking down a larger, often complex problem into smaller, more manageable parts to address them individually.