In Single-Case Experiments, Direct Observation Is Always Better Than Using

question 6

True/False

In single-case experiments, direct observation is always better than using self-report scales or available records.​

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Definitions:

Gestalt Therapies

A psychotherapeutic method that stresses the significance of personal accountability, centers on the current experiences of the individual, the interaction between the therapist and the client, the situational context of an individual's life including social and environmental factors, and the autonomous adaptations individuals undertake based on their comprehensive context.

Behavioral Therapies

A range of therapies that are used to treat mental health disorders, focusing on changing undesirable behaviors through conditioning.

Behavior Therapy

A type of psychotherapy that focuses on changing undesirable behaviors through reinforcement strategies, without delving into underlying psychic conflicts.

Overeating

The consumption of food in quantities greater than the energy requirements of the body, often leading to weight gain and potential health issues.