Figure: Suppose the Following Data Were Observed for an Individual Who

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Suppose the following data were observed for an individual who sought treatment for kleptomania.Using a single-subject experiment,the psychologist used "covert sensitization" to treat the stealing behavior across a number of different situations (e.g. ,stealing at the hardware store,drug store,discount store).Covert sensitization was applied systematically to each situation.The psychologist concluded that the treatment was very effective for reducing kleptomania.
As shown in the following graphs,an initial baseline period was conducted for each of three situations.The session in which covert sensitization was implemented is indicated with each situation.The dependent variable is the number of shoplifted items.
-What type of research design was used in this study? [Be specific.]

Understand the regressive impact of rape on victims and society, including the trauma experienced by survivors and societal harm.

Understand the impacts of peer support on male aggression towards women.

Identify various theories explaining male aggression toward women.

Understand that health and illness are influenced by a wide range of factors including physical environment, genetics, personal behavior, and social conditions.

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Definitions:

Temperament

Temperament refers to the inherent aspects of an individual's personality, including their tendency towards particular emotional responses and behaviors.

Attachment

A deep and enduring emotional bond that connects one person to another across time and space.

Heredity

The passing of traits from parents to their offspring, either through asexual reproduction or sexual reproduction, involving the transfer of genetic information.

Environment

The surroundings or conditions in which a person, animal, or plant lives or operates.