Evaluation

• What is one application of the psychodynamic approach in real life?

  Free association
• What therapy is associated with the psychodynamic approach?

  Psychoanalysis
• What is dream analysis in the context of the psychodynamic approach?

  It is a method to explore unconscious thoughts and feelings through dreams
• Who influenced the theories of the psychodynamic approach?

  Freud
• What did Bowlby contribute to the psychodynamic approach?

  He emphasized the importance of relationships with parents
• What is a notable case study that supports the psychodynamic approach?

  The Little Hans case study
• What was the main fear observed in the Little Hans case study?

  Fear of horses
• What complex was identified in the Little Hans case study?

  The Oedipus complex
• What are the limitations of using case studies in psychodynamic research?

  They are unable to be generalized and are highly subjective
• Why are case studies considered unfalsifiable in psychodynamic research?

  Because they rely on subjective interpretations and cannot be tested scientifically
• What does the psychodynamic approach suggest about free will?

  It suggests that free will is an illusion and our choices are unconscious
• What are the key components of the psychodynamic approach?

  • Free association
  • Psychoanalysis
  • Dream analysis
  • Influenced by Freud's ideas
  • Importance of relationships (Bowlby)
• What are the strengths and weaknesses of the psychodynamic approach's research methods?

  Strengths:

  • In-depth understanding of complex individuals

  
  

  Weaknesses:

  • Limited generalizability
  • Highly subjective
  • Unfalsifiable
• What does the term 'deterministic' imply in the context of the psychodynamic approach?

  It implies that free will is an illusion
• How does the psychodynamic approach compare to other psychological theories?

  It emphasizes unconscious processes and early childhood experiences