Peer review and psychology and the economy

Question 1

Peer review

Answer 1

the assessment of scientific work by others who are specialists in the same field to ensure that any research intended for publication is of high quality

Question 2

Main aims of peer review (3 things)

Answer 2

1. to allocate research funding
2. to validate the quality and relevance of research
3. to suggest amendments or improvements

Question 3

Economy

Answer 3

the state of a country or region in terms of the production and consumption of goods and services

Question 4

The development of treatment for mental illness

Answer 4

• recent government report revealed that third of all absences are caused by mild to moderate mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety and stress
• –> psychological research into the causes and treatments of mental illness therefore has an important role to play in supporting a healthy workforce

Many conditions are treated through the use of psychotherapeutic drugs etc.

= Sufferers are able to manage their condition effectively and return to work –> economic benefit of psychological research int disorders such as depression is considerable