When Psychologists Want to Determine Cause-And-Effect Relationships Regarding Human Behavior,they

question 44

Multiple Choice

When psychologists want to determine cause-and-effect relationships regarding human behavior,they most often use the __________ method.

• A) clinical
• B) correlational
• C) experimental
• D) nonexperimental

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Definitions:

Environmental Modifications

Alterations made to the physical or social environment to improve conditions, support behavioral changes, or accommodate individual needs.

Behavioral Intervention Plan

A strategy-based document outlining the steps and measures to address and modify challenging behavior, usually in educational or healthcare settings.

Describes Behaviors

The process of recording and analyzing specific actions or reactions of individuals in various situations.

Developed from FBA

Referring to strategies or interventions derived from a Functional Behavior Assessment, a comprehensive evaluation to understand the cause of certain behaviors.