1991/09/01 by Ladd Wheeler, Harry T. Reis · 8 citations
Psychology · Neuroscience · #Action Observation and Synchronization #Behavioral Health and Interventions #Neuroscience and Music Perception
paper · doi:10.1111/j.1467-6494.1991.tb00252.x
ABSTRACT In this article we review the history of the scientific use of self‐recording and conclude that there are three basic methods: ( a ) interval‐contingent, in which respondents report on their experiences at regular intervals, ( b ) signal‐contingent, in which respondents report when signaled, and ( c ) event‐contingent, in which respondents report whenever a defined event occurs. We then discuss the relative merits of these techniques for answering different questions. Finally, we note that self‐recording of small events is a departure from the science of psychology as typically practiced, requiring an acceptance of reality as defined by respondents.