Hey there, budding psychologist! Today, we're delving into the cool world of hypotheses, so brace yourself for a thrilling ride into the scientific method, IBDP Psychology style!

You'll need to clearly identify your Independent Variable (IV) and Dependent Variable (DV). These are the constructs or variables that form the backbone of your experiment. The IV is what you, as the experimenter, are manipulating while the DV is what you're measuring. These are typically mentioned in a research hypothesis, which is a fancy way of saying a predicted cause-and-effect relationship between the IV and DV. Think of it as your very own psychic prediction about your experiment's outcome!

Example: "Consumption of sugary drinks (IV) will lead to an increase in hyperactivity (DV) in children."

This is a prediction made using theoretical terms, linked directly to the background theory or model. It's like telling a story using constructs, instead of operationalized terms. It's somewhat like the aim of your research.

Example: "Dietary habits influence physical activity levels in children."