According to Recent Research, the Median Duration of Recurrent (Subsequent

question 74

Multiple Choice

According to recent research, the median duration of recurrent (subsequent to the first episode) major depressive episodes is

• A)one to two months.
• B)four to five months.
• C)seven to nine months.
• D)11 to 12 months.

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Definitions:

Informed Consent

The process by which researchers provide potential participants with all relevant information about a study before they agree to participate, ensuring that participation is voluntary.

Elaborate Deception

A method used in psychological research where detailed lies are told to participants to manipulate their behavior without them being aware of the true purpose of the experiment.

Ethical Issues

Moral challenges that arise in the conduct of research or professional practice, necessitating considerations of right and wrong.

Cognitive Variables

are factors that influence cognitive processes, such as perception, memory, and reasoning, including attention, executive function, and working memory.