Greta recently participated in a study of people with major depressive disorder. After spending two weeks on a 100-person waitlist for therapy, she and 49 others were randomly assigned to receive therapy. The remaining 50 people received no therapy. Later, all participants were evaluated and their symptoms assessed by a team of psychologists who did not know who had or had not received treatment. In what type of study did Greta participate?

Having recently become a therapist, Waylan feels motivated to tell his friends about the research on the effectiveness of psychotherapy. Which of the following would be the most accurate statement Waylan could say to his friends?

Dr. Omesh is conducting an experiment investigating the relationship between the therapist-client bond and the extent to which clients are able to overcome their difficulties. Which of the following is most likely Dr. Omesh’s independent variable?

Knowing that you have taken AP® Psychology, a friend asks your opinion about which type of psychotherapy she should consider to help her overcome anxiety. What would be your advice?

When choosing the most effective therapy for each of her clients, Dr. Anthony considers psychological research, her own clinical experience, and clients’ unique treatment preferences. What approach does Dr. Anthony likely use?

Which of the following scenarios illustrates the confirmation bias in the context of therapy?

Andy is in therapy for depression. He experiences positive outcomes solely due to the power of his belief in the therapy’s effectiveness. Which of the following concepts is Andy demonstrating?

Dr. Chambers has recently received his license to provide therapy to clients. He is aware that he is obligated to benefit his clients and do no harm to them. Which ethical guidelines does this represent?