Methodological Problems in the Study of Fears
- 2 July 1976
- journal article
- Published by Taylor & Francis in The Journal of Psychology
- Vol. 93 (2) , 197-202
- https://doi.org/10.1080/00223980.1976.9915813
Abstract
The purpose of this paper is to elucidate methodological problems in the study of fears and to make suggestions that will facilitate future research. The most basic problem begins with a definition of "fear". Other considerations include methods of assessment, classification, and the instruments used.Keywords
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