The Best Method of Controlling for Retrospective Reports Is To

question 26

Multiple Choice

The best method of controlling for retrospective reports is to:

• A)Implement a lie detector as part of the interview
• B)Track participants longitudinally
• C)Obtain records from the time period in question
• D)Also interview other individuals present at the time

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Definitions:

Cognitive Distortion

Faulty or biased ways of thinking that are believed to contribute to the maintenance of psychological disorders.

Mind Reading

A cognitive distortion where an individual believes they know the thoughts and intentions of others without sufficient evidence.

REBT

Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) is a form of cognitive-behavioral therapy developed by Albert Ellis that emphasizes identifying irrational beliefs, challenging these beliefs, and ultimately changing behavioral and emotional responses.

ABC Model

A cognitive behavioral therapy framework that describes the relationship between an activating event (A), beliefs (B), and consequences (C), showing how changing one's beliefs can help manage emotional reactions and behaviors.