According to the Enhancing Well-Being with Psychology feature, when psychological research is reported in the mass media, which of the following criteria is a good indicator of credibility?
A) the specific location where the research was conducted
B) the professional journal in which the research was originally published
C) whether the research was supported by a government grant
D) the number of participants who participated in the study

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The professional journal in which the research was originally published is a good indicator of credibility as it indicates that the research passed through a peer-review process and was conducted by reputable professionals in the field. The other options listed do not necessarily reflect the credibility of the research.

According to the Enhancing Well-Being with Psychology Feature, When Psychological