Ming Is a Qualitative Research Who Studies Friendship in Preteens

question 23

Multiple Choice

Ming is a qualitative research who studies friendship in preteens. She collected observational data for several months and is now engaged in interpretation of the findings. Which of the following questions should Ming ask herself?

• A) Why did I collect these data?
• B) How can I best classify these data?
• C) What can be learned from these data?
• D) How can I describe these data?

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Definitions:

Flooding

A psychological treatment method for phobias and anxiety that involves exposing the patient to their fear object or context in a controlled environment, without any gradual buildup.

Behavior Therapy Technique

Intervention strategies in psychology that seek to modify maladaptive behaviors through the application of learning principles.

Antidepressant Drugs

Medications designed to improve symptoms of depression by altering chemical balances in the brain, often influencing neurotransmitters like serotonin and norepinephrine.

Physical Side Effects

Unintended and often adverse physical reactions or responses to a drug, treatment, or intervention.