ADHDAnxiety DisordersBipolar DisorderDepressionDissociative DisordersEpilepsyInsomniaMNeurologyPediatricsPersonality DisordersSchizophreniaSleepdisordersSubstance Abuse Disorders MEASUREMENT ERROR By N., Sam M.S. is any difference between the observed value and the real or true value which leads to the skewing of results if not solved. Cite this page: N., Sam M.S., "MEASUREMENT ERROR," in PsychologyDictionary.org, April 7, 2013, https://psychologydictionary.org/measurement-error/ (accessed May 3, 2024). Share this Article Facebook Twitter Email Copy Link Print By N., Sam M.S. Sam holds a masters in Child Psychology and is an avid supporter of Psychology academics. Leave a comment Leave a comment Leave a ReplyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Comment * Name Email Website Δ Search for: Latest Posts The Future Of Education: Can You Earn A Psychology Degree Online? Insomnia & Mental Illness: What is the Correlation? Stop Guessing: Here Are 3 Steps to Data-Driven Psychological Decisions Getting Help with Grief: Understanding Therapy & How It Can Help Exploring the Psychology of Risk and Reward Understanding ADHD in Women: Symptoms, Treatment & Support Meeting the Milestones: A Guide to Piaget's Child Developmental Stages Counseling, Therapy, and Psychology: What Is The Difference? The Psychology of Metaphysical Belief Systems 4 Key Considerations When Supporting a Loved One Through a Legal Battle for Justice Finding Balance: The Psychological Benefits of Staying Active The Psychology of Winning: Case Studies and Analysis from the World of Sports Popular Psychology Terms JUDGMENT MEDICAL MODEL HYPERMNESIA AFFIRMATION BRAINWASHING BACKUP REINFORCER QUALITY WELL-BEING MESSAGE-LEARNING APPROACH AFFILIATIVE BEHAVIOR CONTRAST EFFECT PRIVACY BEHAVIORAL SEQUENCE FRAMING