Case studies

• What is the main focus of the video on research methods in psychology?

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

  A range of information on an individual, group, or organization
• What is often the main source of data collected in case studies?

  Interviews
• What makes case studies special in psychological research?

  The level of detail collected about the individual or group
• What type of individuals do case studies typically investigate?

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

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

  Qualitative data
• What is a snapshot in the context of case studies?

  A short case study lasting a couple of hours or days
• Why are longitudinal studies considered interesting?

  They allow observation of changes over time
• What is a longitudinal study?

  A long case study that observes changes over time
• In which field have case studies been significantly used?

  Clinical psychology
• What did Paul Broca's research on the patient Tan 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, according to Freud?

  A phobia of horses
• What did the case study of Genie demonstrate?

  The importance of early years and critical periods in childhood
• What are the strengths of using case studies in psychological research?

  • Collects in-depth and rich information
  • High level of realism and validity
  • Holistic approach to understanding behavior
  • Can study rare behaviors that cannot be replicated in labs
• What are the weaknesses of using case studies in psychological research?

  • Often depend on memory, leading to inaccuracies
  • Findings cannot be generalized to wider populations
  • Exact replication is impossible
  • Potential for researcher bias
• How can case studies generate hypotheses?

  They can provide insights that can be tested experimentally
• What modern technique can confirm findings from case studies like Broca's work?

  FMRI brain scans
• What resources are available for students on psych boost?

  • Tutorial videos covering AS and A-level research methods
  • Worked examples for every question
  • Printable resources from across the A-level
• Who supported the development of the research methods unit on psych boost?

  Students and teachers on Patreon
• What is the purpose of the tutorial videos mentioned in the video?

  To provide exam tips and worked examples
• What is the next topic mentioned in the video?

  Aims and hypothesis