PSYB01H3 Chapter Notes - Chapter 1: Behavioral Neuroscience, Psychological Science, John Stuart Mill
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Scientific research provides us with a means of addressing questions and providing answers. A background in research methods will help you to read these reports critically, evaluate the methods employed, and decide whether the conclusions are reasonable. Understanding research methods can give you a competitive edge in a variety of career paths: ex. Mental health professionals must make decisions about treatment methods, assignment of clients to different types of facilities, medications, and testing procedures. To make good decisions, mental health professionals must be able to read the relevant research literature and apply it in their professional lives. Was used by the u. s. supreme court as evidence that segregating students by race was harming students and should be banned. Understanding research methods can help you evaluate the efficacy of programs in which you may choose to participate or that you may implement in your community: ex. Programs to enhance parenting skills for parents of youth engaged in aggressive and antisocial behaviour.
