Assignment unit 8 Research methods

Unit 8 Assignment Name: Identify whether a quasi-experiment or single factor experiment would be ideal to use in each scenario in the table below. Scenario Term A researcher wants to see if individuals diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder have more stress than individuals not diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder. Quasi-Experiment A researcher wants to see if children born with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome differ from children not born with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome. Quasi-Experiment A researcher wants to see if yoga therapy reduces symptoms of depression. Single Factor Experiment A researcher wants to assess the consequences of patient non-compliance with following recommendations for managing diabetes. Quasi-Experiment A researcher wants to see if a gluten-free diet improves energy. Single Factor Experiment A researcher wants to see if daily walking leads to improved sleep. Single Factor Experiment Scenario 1 A researcher wants to conduct a between subjects single factor experimental design to assess if a daily walking program reduces anxiety. Question Response What sample would be good to use? Individuals aged 17- 65 years with mild-to-moderate anxiety levels but have no severe physical limitations and are not involved in daily physical activities. What would be the independent variable? Daily walking program What would be the dependent variable? Anxiety Why would a single factor experimental design be ideal here? The design includes manipulation randomization of the independent variable (Jackson, 2016). This design is ideal here as the researcher can focus on examining the impact of daily walking on anxiety. In 3-4 sentences, briefly describe how a between sub...