The Procedure That Experimenters Need to Use to Make Sure

question 100

Multiple Choice

The procedure that experimenters need to use to make sure that participants in both the treatment and control groups are not aware of the purpose of the experiment is known as the

• A)independent variable.
• B)dependent variable.
• C)random assignment.
• D)statistical law.

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Definitions:

Psychodynamic Theories

Theories developed by Freud’s followers but usually differing somewhat from Freud’s original theories.

Object Relations Perspective

A theory in psychoanalysis focusing on relationships with others, suggesting that the internalization of these relationships impacts individual psyche and behavior.

Psychodynamic Therapy

A therapeutic approach focusing on unconscious processes as they are manifested in a person's present behavior, aiming to uncover unresolved conflicts.

Psychoanalysis

Form of treatment for psychopathology involving alleviating unconscious conflicts driving psychological symptoms by helping people gain insight into their conflicts and finding ways of resolving these conflicts.