Cohen et al Flashcards
1
Q
What is the aim of this study?
A
To explore whether the perceived stress scale is relilable
2
Q
What were the three samples in this study?
A
- individuals in a smoking cessation program.
- 332 university of Oregon students
- Intro to Psychology students
3
Q
What was the method for university of Oregon sample?
A
They completed 5 scales that measured: life events, social anxiety, depression, physical symptomatology, perceived stress.
4
Q
What were the results of the study?
A
The perceived stress scale predicted how many times the student would visit the health center and the smoker success in the program.
5
Q
How did they predict health and success?
A
They were followed 90 days before and 46 days after the test.
