Quantitative Research Methods in The Social Sciences Questions
The Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program has been chosen as the evidence-based practice. The goals of MBSR, a structured group intervention, are to encourage mindfulness, lessen stress, and improve general well-being and well-being. This program has a lot of social science applications, especially when it comes to tackling issues of mental health and well-being among various communities.
Proposal for Action: To the Executive Staff of [Name of Organisation],
I suggest our company employ the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program. Our objective is to promote mental health and well-being within our populations, and MBSR is an established evidence-based practice that fits this goal. This program has significantly decreased tension and anxiety, and general health has improved.
QUESTION
Description
Answer each of the following questions
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- Select an evidence-based practice that is applicable to the area in social sciences you would like to work. Provide a proposal for implementation of this program to the executive staff of the organization.
- Compare and contrast quantitative and qualitative research. You should outline the similarities, differences, and uses.
- Provide the full citation and link to a journal article (different from any assignment in the course) and provide a brief description and analysis of why you think this research could help in the field. It might be an evidence-based practice or it might help to solve a problem.
- How is data compiled in social sciences for the purpose of research? What are the implications of the manner in which most data is collected? What recommendations do you have for how we can improve data collection and research methods?