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Psychology VCE Units 3 & 4 Practice Question 6b – Science communication heading

Q6b Psychology Science communication heading Unit 4 - AOS 3

A research team investigated the effectiveness of a novel ‘Mindful Art’ intervention on reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression in young adults aged 18-25. Participants were randomly assigned to either the ‘Mindful Art’ group or a control group receiving standard care. Data on anxiety and depression levels were collected before and after the 8-week intervention. The researchers prepared a scientific poster and a short video for dissemination on social media.

Question 6b

5 marks

b. Evaluate the ethical considerations researchers must address when disseminating findings related to mental health interventions (like the ‘Mindful Art’ intervention) through social media. In your response, discuss the potential impact on vulnerable individuals and strategies to mitigate potential harm.

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About This Psychology Question

This is a free VCE Units 3 & 4 Psychology practice question worth 5 marks, testing your understanding of Science communication heading. It falls under How is scientific inquiry used to investigate mental processes and psychological functioning? in Unit 4: How is mental wellbeing supported and maintained?. Submit your answer above to receive instant AI-powered marking and personalised feedback.

Subject
Psychology – Victorian Certificate of Education Units 3 & 4
Unit 4
How is mental wellbeing supported and maintained?
Area of Study 3
How is scientific inquiry used to investigate mental processes and psychological functioning?
Key Knowledge
Science communication heading

Unit 4 Overview

In this unit students explore the demand for sleep and the influences of sleep on mental wellbeing. They consider how changes to a person’s sleep-wake cycle can affect psychological functioning. Students explore the concept of mental wellbeing, including social and emotional wellbeing as a multidimensional and holistic framework. They apply a biopsychosocial approach to specific phobia, exploring how biological, psychological and social factors are involved in its development and management. A student-designed scientific investigation involving the generation of primary data related to mental processes and mental wellbeing is undertaken in either Unit 3 or Unit 4 or across both Units 3 and 4, and is assessed in Outcome 3 of this unit.

How is scientific inquiry used to investigate mental processes and psychological functioning?

Students undertake a student-designed scientific investigation in either Unit 3 or Unit 4, or across both Units 3 and 4, related to mental processes and mental wellbeing. The investigation involves the generation of primary quantitative data. Students apply key science skills to develop and test a research question, gather and analyse data, and communicate findings in a structured scientific poster. A logbook is maintained for authentication and assessment purposes.

Key Knowledge Detail

**Science communication**

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