Psychology CRAM

Primary vs secondary data

Primary: Directly from the source by the researcher.

Secondary: Data not collected directly by the current researcher, but instead by someone else.

Advantages and disadvanatges:

Primary can be more time-consuming and demanding

Primary means there is no doubt about the quality of data.

Secondary can be readily available

Secondary may have inaccurate data

GBA

A variety of microbiota can shape stress response.

Neurotransmitters (GABA and dopamine)

Stress can decrease the health of the microbiome.

Chapter 1

Ethical concepts: Respect, beneficence

Ethical guidelines: Confidentiality, voluntary participation