Practice mode Psychology

What is the most reliable way to test whether a new psychological therapy is truly effective?

Correct answer B. Experimental research

Explanation

Only a controlled experiment, with random assignment and comparison groups, can show that the therapy itself causes improvement. Surveys, case studies and correlations cannot establish cause and effect.

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