Tim developed a new psychological treatment for depression.He is using an ABA methodology for a single case design.If he has administered the independent variable and he does see positive results, what concern might Tim have in continuing to use an ABA methodology?

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If Tim sees positive results from the independent variable, he may have ethical concerns about continuing to use an ABA methodology because it would involve withdrawing treatment (i.e., removing the independent variable) from the participant during the reversal phase. This could be harmful or unethical if the participant's condition worsens without the treatment. Therefore, Tim may need to consider alternative research designs that do not involve the withdrawal of treatment or seek input from an ethics board to ensure participant safety.

Tim Developed a New Psychological Treatment for Depression