Dr Katz Is a Psychologist Who Is Taking Part in a Large-Scale

question 73

Multiple Choice

Dr. Katz is a psychologist who is taking part in a large-scale research study to examine the efficacy of one form of psychotherapy over another. With 24 other psychologists involved in providing treatment it is important that potentially confounding variables be controlled for. Which of the following approaches provides the best experimental control?

• A) allowing for clinical judgment and intuition in providing therapy
• B) using a manualized treatment
• C) ensuring that all clinicians have a Ph.D.
• D) ensuring that all clinicians agree about the expected outcome

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Definitions:

Diagnosis

The process of diagnosing a problem or sickness by looking at the signs presented.

Treatment

The management and care of a patient for the purpose of combating a disease, disorder, or injury, involving a range of medical or psychological strategies.

Study

The act of applying the mind to acquiring knowledge on a subject, through reading, investigation, or practice.

Test-retest Reliability

A measure of the consistency of a psychological test or assessment over time when administered to the same individuals.