self reporting
"Self-reporting" is widely used in research to gather personal information directly from individuals.
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Definition
B2Research
(academic, technical)The process of individuals providing information about themselves through surveys, questionnaires, or interviews.
Example
- The study relied on self-reporting to gather data about participants' eating habits.
C1Psychology
(academic, technical)A method where individuals disclose their own feelings, attitudes, or experiences without external verification.
Example
- In psychological assessments, self-reporting is often used to understand a person's mental state.
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