Author Question: Describe an experimental study of relevance to the area of abnormal psychology. What will be an ... (Read 97 times)

theo · **on:** Jun 22, 2018

Describe an experimental study of relevance to the area of abnormal psychology.

What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

An interview for substance abuse that goes beyond just getting information regarding the problem, and provides empathy, support, and sets specific treatment goals would be a

a. rational emotive treatment.
b. personal challenge and support interview.
c. meaningless and futile effort.
d. motivational interview.

Shshxj · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Student responses should include
- an experiment allows the researcher to draw cause and effect conclusions about variables, and define an example of a cause and effect of relevance to abnormal psychology
-the study proposed should include both an independent and dependent variable
-the study proposed should describe in rough terms how the independent variable will be manipulated and the dependent variable measured
-the study proposed should indicate some of the limitations or challenges of doing experimental research in the area of abnormal psychology

Answer to Question 2

d