A researcher is interested in the effects of self-esteem on people's choice of romantic partner. She asks her study participants to complete a measure of self-esteem and to bring in separate photos of themselves and their significant others

She then has these photos rated for attractiveness by a panel of independent judges, and relates the relative attractiveness of a person's significant other to the person's self-esteem. The study just described is a(n)

a. observational study.
b. correlational study.
c. experimental study.
d. meta-analysis.

Answer: B

Psychology

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Therapist who encourage clients to think primarily about others expectations are likely to experience difficulty forming a strong ____ with a client who value individual ism.

A) meta-analysis B) therapeutic alliance C) psychotherapy outcome study D) randomized clincial trial

Psychology

One study of young couples found that social ______, defined as similarity in leisure interests and role preferences, is particularly important to marital success

Fill in the blank with correct word

Psychology