Bias in Behavioral Observation as a Function of Observer Familiarity with Subjects and Typicality of Behavior.

Redfield, Joel; Paul, Gordon L.

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Publication Date: 1976

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Bias in Behavioral Observation as a Function of Observer Familiarity with Subjects and Typicality of Behavior

Redfield, Joel; Paul, Gordon L.

Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, 44, 1, 156, Feb 76

Four professional observers watched videotapes of the behavior of ex-mental patients (N=20 each). Their recordings showed that the observers were sensitive to any atypical behavior on the part of patients with whom they were familiar. They were equally objective in their observation of behavior of unfamiliar patients. (SE)

Descriptors: Behavior Rating Scales, Bias, Observation, Patients, Professional Personnel, Psychiatric Aides, Reliability, Research Projects, Videotape Recordings

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