Data Previously Collected for Purposes Other Than the One at Hand

question 80

Multiple Choice

Data previously collected for purposes other than the one at hand are an important source of information as the researcher defines the problem.These data are called _____ data.

• A) single-source
• B) secondary
• C) primary
• D) consensual
• E) convenience

Understand the impact of societal and cultural factors on the treatment and stigma of mental health.

Comprehend the transition from institutionalization to deinstitutionalization and its driving factors.

Understand the scientific foundations and criticisms of psychodynamic theories in psychiatry.

Understand the historical development of care for the mentally ill in Canada.

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Definitions:

Somatic Complaints

Physical symptoms that a person experiences, which may not have a medical explanation but are often related to psychological factors.

Insomnia

A common sleep disorder characterized by difficulty falling and/or staying asleep, affecting an individual's quality of life and health.

Cortisol

A steroid hormone released by the adrenal glands in response to stress and low blood glucose, playing a crucial role in metabolism, inflammation, and the body's stress response.

Diuresis

Increased or excessive production of urine by the kidneys, often as a physiological response or due to certain substances.