What Is Reactivity

question 14

Multiple Choice

What is reactivity?

• A) the way the experimental group reacts to the independent variable
• B) when researchers react to data by overreporting the results
• C) the tendency of research subjects to change their behavior in response to being studied
• D) the goal of applied research, which is to create a reaction

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Definitions:

A-B-C Theory

A cognitive-behavioral framework that explores the relationship between Antecedents, Behaviors, and Consequences in understanding human behavior.

Cognitive Distortions

Irrational thought patterns that people may have about themselves and their environment that can lead to false beliefs and negative thinking.

Overgeneralization

A cognitive distortion where an individual concludes a general rule or pattern from a single incident or a limited set of evidence, often leading to exaggerated conclusions.

Therapeutic Lifestyle

Involves adopting habits and behaviors that promote mental, physical, and emotional health.