An Important Measure to Decrease Threats to Internal Validity in an Experimental

question 1

Multiple Choice

An important measure to decrease threats to internal validity in an experimental study is to

• A) apply the intervention consistently.
• B) improve the precision of measurement methods.
• C) increase the sample size.
• D) randomly assign subjects to study groups.

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Definitions:

Therapeutic Change

The process of transformation or improvement in a client's psychological, emotional, or behavioral state through psychotherapy.

Theoretical Orientations

The foundational beliefs and principles that guide psychologists and therapists in their understanding of clients and approach to treatment.

Psychopathology

The scientific study of mental disorders, including their symptoms, etiology (i.e., their causes), and treatment.

Eclectic Approach

An eclectic approach in therapy involves integrating various therapeutic tools and approaches based on the client's individual needs, rather than adhering to one particular method or theory.