Which Would Be LEAST Appropriately Studied Using a Natural Experiment

question 204

Multiple Choice

Which would be LEAST appropriately studied using a natural experiment?

• A) the effects of premarital abstinence on later sexual functioning
• B) the effects of war on children in Kosovo
• C) the effects of a plant closing on community cohesiveness
• D) the effects of a particularly harsh blizzard on depression

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Definitions:

Neurotic Need

An intense psychological demand that arises from emotional conflicts and insecurities, often leading to maladaptive behavioral patterns.

Neurotic Competitiveness

An unhealthy need to compete and win in all situations, often stemming from insecurity and a desire for validation or superiority.

Indiscriminate Need

Indiscriminate need refers to a general and undefined desire or requirement for something, without specificity or particular preference.

Inferiority Complex

A psychological condition where an individual perpetually feels less than others in some respect, often leading to low self-esteem and overcompensation in various aspects of their life.