| Abstract: | Recently, while visiting another science laboratory the author was given a glossary of phrases commonly used in scientific reports. Sure that all psychologists who read and write research reports are interested in maximizing "communication," the author cheerfully offers an abridged guide for use with psychological literature. Perhaps other psychologists can suggest additional definitions which will increase enlightenment. An example: What he said: "It has long been known that . . ." and what he meant: "I haven't bothered to look up the original reference but . . .." (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved) |
