Overview
Psychological research methods are essential tools for understanding human behavior. They encompass a variety of approaches, including qualitative and quantitative research, each serving different purposes. By employing these methods, psychologists can gather data, test hypotheses, and draw meaningf...
Key Terms
Example: Interviews and focus groups are common qualitative research methods.
Example: Surveys with rating scales are examples of quantitative research.
Example: The hypothesis states that sleep affects memory retention.
Example: In a drug trial, the control group receives a placebo.
Example: Participants must understand the risks before agreeing to participate.
Example: Randomization helps eliminate bias in experimental results.
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