Case Studies

• What research method is covered in this video?

  Case studies
• What is included in the definition of a case study?

  A range of information on individuals or groups
• What is often the main source of data in case studies?

  Interviews
• What makes case studies special?

  The level of detail collected about subjects
• What type of individuals do case studies typically investigate?

  Psychologically unusual individuals
• Can case studies be conducted on events or organizations?

  Yes, they can study events or organizations
• What type of data is usually collected in case studies?

  Qualitative data
• What is a snapshot case study?

  A short case study lasting a couple of hours
• What is a longitudinal study?

  A long case study lasting years to decades
• Why are longitudinal studies interesting in psychology?

  They observe changes over time
• How have case studies been used in clinical psychology?

  To gain insight on brain-damaged patients
• Who researched the patient referred to as Tan?

  Paul Broca
• What did Broca's research lead to the identification of?

  Broca's area in the brain
• What was the famous case study conducted by Freud?

  Little Hans
• What phobia did Little Hans have?

  A phobia of horses
• How did Freud conduct the Little Hans case study?

  By sending letters to his father
• What does the case of Genie illustrate?

  The importance of early childhood development
• What is a strength of case studies in psychological research?

  They provide in-depth and rich information
• What is a holistic approach in psychology?

  Understanding behavior from multiple perspectives
• What is a limitation of case studies regarding generalization?

  Findings can't be generalized to wider populations
• Why is exact replication of case studies impossible?

  Each case is unique and complex
• What is a potential issue with the amount of data collected in case studies?

  More data than can be effectively used
• What is researcher bias in case studies?

  Loss of objectivity due to close involvement
• How can case studies generate hypotheses?

  By providing insights for experimental testing
• What technology can now confirm findings from Broca's research?

  FMRI brain scans
• What are the strengths and weaknesses of case studies?

  Strengths:

  • In-depth, rich information
  • High realism and validity
  • Holistic approach

  
  

  Weaknesses:

  • Lack of generalizability
  • Potential for researcher bias
  • Scientific credibility issues
• What is the purpose of the tutorial videos mentioned at the end?

  To provide exam tips and examples
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  Patrons at the neuron level and above
• What is the main focus of the research methods unit on psych boost?

  Research methods in psychology
• What is the significance of the support from patrons on patreon?

  It allows the creation of educational content
• What will the next video cover?

  Aims and hypothesis