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Health Psychology Research Methods

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Randomized Controlled Trial (RCT)

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An experimental study design that randomly assigns participants to an experimental group or a control group. Used to test the efficacy of health interventions.

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Longitudinal Study

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A research method that studies the same participants over a period of time. Used to observe long-term effects of or changes in health behaviors.

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Cross-Sectional Study

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A study in which data is collected at one point in time from participants who represent a wider population. Used to assess the prevalence of health outcomes or behaviors.

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Case Study

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An in-depth examination of an individual or group. Used to explore complex issues in health psychology that can't be studied through experimental methods.

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Meta-Analysis

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A statistical technique that combines the results of multiple studies. Used to find overall trends in research and estimate effect sizes.

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Systematic Review

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A literature review focused on a specific research question that uses systematic methods to select and critically appraise relevant research. Used to summarize or synthesize findings on a health topic.

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Mixed-Methods Research

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Research that combines qualitative and quantitative approaches. Used when both numerical data and detailed understanding of a topic are needed.

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Cohort Study

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A type of observational study where subjects are followed over time to determine how different variables affect outcomes. Used to identify risk factors for diseases.

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Ethnography

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A qualitative research method that involves the in-depth study of people and cultures. Used to understand health behaviors within a cultural context.

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Experimental Research

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A method where researchers manipulate one variable to determine if it causes a change in another variable. Used for testing hypotheses about cause-and-effect relationships in health behaviors.

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