5 Questions
What is the main focus of observational research in psychology?
Describing behavior
What is the key challenge associated with naturalistic observation?
Lack of control over the situation
What distinguishes participant observation from naturalistic observation?
The researcher becomes part of the group being observed
Why is observer bias a concern in observational research?
The observer might have pre-conceived ideas about what will be observed
What is the primary goal of psychology in general, as mentioned in the text?
To describe, explain, and predict behavior
Test your knowledge of observational research methods in psychology with this quiz on naturalistic observation and archival methods. Explore the main goals of psychology and how observational research helps describe behavior in natural environments.
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