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By Kendra Van Wagner, About.com Guide to Psychology since 2005

Longitudinal Research - Psychology Definition of the Week

Thursday November 6, 2008

Definition: Longitudinal research is an observational technique that involves studying the same group of individuals over an extended period of time. Data is first collected at the outset of the study, and may then be gathered repeatedly throughout the length of the study. In some cases, longitudinal studies can last several decades. Read more...

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December 26, 2008 at 3:41 pm
(1) Ben Van Hunnik says:

Liked your post Kendra. Very clear and concise. I think the studies that last over decades are fascinating and extremely valuable, but they are the hardest to do.

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