Studies

Definition

Research conducted by psychologists to explore specific questions about human behavior or mental processes using various methods such as experiments, surveys, observations, or case studies.

Related terms

Correlational Studies: Research that examines the relationship between two variables without manipulating them, providing information about the strength and direction of the relationship.

Experimental Studies: Research that manipulates variables to determine cause-and-effect relationships by randomly assigning participants to different conditions.

Longitudinal Studies: Research conducted over an extended period, observing and collecting data from the same group of individuals to examine changes or patterns over time.