When evaluating a cognitive behavioural theory, what is meant by ecological validity?

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asked Jan 15 in Psychology by KaseyStrope1 (430 points)

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answered Jan 15 by QOBGertrude3 (350 points)

Ecological validity refers to the degree to which the findings of a study can be generalised to real-life settings outside of the laboratory.

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