Freeman et al (2003)- aim, hyp, main theories Flashcards

Can virtual reality be used to investigate (or diagnose) persecutory ideation?

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What is one aim of Freeman et al (2003) study?

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  1. To investigate whether ppts without a history of mental illness.
  2. Experience persecutory thoughts in virtual reality.
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What is another aim of Freeman et al (2003) study?

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To investigate whether
* Cognitive or emotional factors can predict
* the likelihood of experiencing persecutory ideation in VR.

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When was Freeman et al’s study published?

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2003

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What was the hypothesis of the study?

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  • Only a few ppts would experience persecutory ideation.
    (especially those with high levels of emotional distress + paranoia.
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