Psychological Research Methods

Question 1

Naturalistic Observation

Answer 1

A qualitative research method where you record the behaviors of Individuals in real world settings.

Question 2

Surveys

Answer 2

The collection of information from many individuals due to their responses to question.

Question 3

Longitudinal Studies

Answer 3

Examining one individual to see any changes that occur in that period of time.

Question 4

Cross Sectional Studies

Answer 4

A research design where you collect data from many individuals at a single point in time. In this study you observe variables without influencing them.

Question 5

Correlation and explanation

Answer 5

A precise measure to where two variables are related.

Question 6

Experiment

Answer 6

A procedure to carry out or refute a hypothesis.

Question 7

Case Studies

Answer 7

A in depth detailed examination of a particular case in the real world settings.

Question 8

Placebo

Answer 8

A inert treatment “Sugar Pill”

Question 9

Placebo Effect

Answer 9

A effect where you get treatment to believe that it is actually working and making you feel better.