Beginning in the 1950s and 1960s, There Was a Movement

question 17

Multiple Choice

Beginning in the 1950s and 1960s, there was a movement to determine the effectiveness of medical and psychological treatments in a scientific manner. In psychology, treatments that have scientific evidence that the treatment is effective are called ______.

• A) empirically based treatments
• B) systematically supported treatments
• C) research-based treatments
• D) evidence-based treatments

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Definitions:

Cognitive Development Theory

A theory that describes how human beings acquire, construct, and use knowledge as they grow and develop.

Feminist Approaches

Theoretical perspectives focusing on gender inequalities and aiming for the advocacy of women's rights and interests.

Global Gender Gap Index

A framework and measure created by the World Economic Forum to assess the disparities between genders across countries, considering aspects like economic participation, education, health, and political empowerment.

Women's Status

Refers to the social and economic position of women in society, affecting their rights, opportunities, and quality of life.