The Precise Way a Researcher Measures and Defines a Variable

question 2

Multiple Choice

The precise way a researcher measures and defines a variable is known as the

• A) operational definition.
• B) theory.
• C) hypothesis.
• D) independent variable.

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Definitions:

Maladaptive Assumptions

Irrational beliefs or thought patterns that are often negative and counterproductive, affecting one's mental health and actions.

Interpersonal Deficits

A lack of social skills or difficulties in maintaining relationships, which can lead to or exacerbate psychological disorders.

Disconnected

Feeling separate or detached from people or situations, often referring to social or emotional isolation.

NAMI

The National Alliance on Mental Illness, a United States-based advocacy group aimed at raising awareness and providing support for people with mental illness.