Simply expecting something to happen can make it happen. This describes ________.

A. experimenter bias
B. observer bias
C. participant bias
D. placebo effect


Ans: D. placebo effect

Psychology

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A. Reliability B. Validity C. Veracity D. accuracy

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Due to his level of interaction, Butch might best be considered a substitute parent for his grandson Patrick. This indicates that Butch has a(n) _____ grandparenting style

a. remote b. companionate c. involved d. watch dog

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The diagnosis of derealization-depersonalization disorder is a. often co-occuring with other disorders b. quite rare and only applicable to those diagnosed with psychosis c. fairly common, since many people experience derealization and depersonalization

d. fairly common and applied to anyone who is frightened by an experience of derealization or depersonalization.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Psychology