1. Naturalistic observation is a type of research that is use to collect data on different types of things. This means that the data that is being collected is observed unknowingly in their natural environment. The data is not manipulated and the subject is not aware that they are being examined. One advantage to doing a naturalistic observation is, it helps to form the external validity of the research findings. If you see something taking place in real life, it is easier to say that the outcome from your study extend to the general population. Ethical considerations may stop the manipulation of a certain variable, but may be able to look at the condition when it actually happens. For example, reactions to Traumatic Stress Disorder. Witnessing
