Research Importance
Why is it important to critically evaluate research studies before accepting their conclusions?
To ensure that the findings are reliable, valid, and not influenced by biases or flaws in the study.
What is used to summarize research data?
Descriptive statistics.
What is informed consent?
Participants agree to the study willingly.
What is a hypothesis?
A testable prediction.
Why should we question research findings?
To ensure they are accurate.
What does research help psychologists do?
It helps them test and develop theories.
What is the purpose of a control group?
To compare results with the experimental group.
Why is confidentiality important?
It protects participant privacy.
What does validity mean?
The study measures what it’s supposed to.
What is confirmation bias?
Favoring information that supports your belief.
How does research improve treatments?
It shows what treatments work best.
What does a p-value tell us?
The probability that results are not by chance.
What is “do no harm”?
Researchers must avoid harming participants.
What is a variable?
Anything that can be measured or changed.
What is peer review?
Experts evaluate the research before publication.
What does research confirm?
It confirms if findings are reliable.
What does “statistically significant” mean?
Results are likely true, not random.
What does an IRB do?
It reviews studies for ethical issues.
What is reliability?
Consistency of results.
Why is a representative sample important?
It helps generalize results to a larger population.
Why do psychologists conduct studies?
To gather evidence about behavior.
Why are limitations important?
They help explain the study's weaknesses
Is deception allowed in research?
It’s allowed only if it’s necessary and ethical.
What is a control group?
The group that doesn’t receive the treatment.
What can cultural differences affect in research?
The interpretation of results.