Unstructured Interviews

• What are unstructured interviews?

  Conversations without preset questions
• What is the main advantage of using unstructured interviews in research?

  They allow for in-depth exploration of topics
• What type of information can unstructured interviews help gather?

  Detailed and personalized information
• What is the main advantage of unstructured interviews in research?

  They gather unique perspectives
• What are the main disadvantages of unstructured interviews?

  • Time-consuming
  • Lack of standardization
  • Interviewer bias affecting results
• What is a key characteristic of unstructured interviews?

  Questions adapt based on responses
• How does the interviewer conduct unstructured interviews?

  By guiding the chat based on responses
• What is a disadvantage of unstructured interviews?

  They are time-consuming
• Why is flexibility important in unstructured interviews?

  It helps gather detailed, personalized information
• What is a follow-up question in an unstructured interview?

  A question based on the interviewee's previous response
• What is a key characteristic of unstructured interviews regarding questions?

  They do not have a fixed list of questions
• What question might you ask in an unstructured interview about anxiety?

  "Can you describe a time you felt anxious?"
• What type of interviews are unstructured interviews compared to?

  Structured interviews
• What are the advantages of unstructured interviews?

  • Adapt to the interviewee's answers
  • Provide detailed information
  • Build rapport by allowing the interviewee to lead
• What should you do after conducting an unstructured interview?

  Reflect on and analyze the content
• Who controls the direction of the conversation in unstructured interviews?

  The interviewee
• What are the main points about unstructured interviews?

  • Flexible questioning
  • In-depth information
  • Guided by interviewee's perspective
• What is the purpose of analyzing interview content?

  To identify themes and patterns
• What is one way unstructured interviews help with the interviewee's comfort level?

  They allow the interviewee to guide the conversation
• How does the lack of standardization affect unstructured interviews?

  It makes it hard to compare results
• If an interviewee mentions "connectedness," what should you do in an unstructured interview?

  Follow up with more questions about it
• What insights can unstructured interviews provide compared to structured interviews?

  • Gather rich, detailed data
  • Explore topics in depth
  • Capture nuances and complexities
• How might an interviewer explore a topic further in an unstructured interview?

  By asking follow-up questions based on responses
• Why are unstructured interviews considered time-consuming?

  Because they explore topics in depth
• How might an unstructured interview begin when researching coping mechanisms?

  By asking "How do you handle stress?"
• How does flexibility in unstructured interviews benefit the interviewer?

  It allows deeper understanding based on responses
• How might interviewer bias affect a study on sleep patterns?

  It can lead to inconsistent analysis of responses
• How can unstructured interviews help in researching anxiety?

  Reveal specific triggers and coping strategies
• What is a key issue with the standardization of unstructured interviews?

  Questions vary between interviews
• What are the key characteristics of unstructured interviews?

  • Flexibility in questioning
  • Depth of information gathered
  • Interviewee-led conversation
• What is interviewer bias in the context of unstructured interviews?

  Personal opinions influence questions and interpretations
• What are the key benefits of unstructured interviews in psychology research?

  • Allows detailed understanding of personal experiences
  • Uncovers nuanced perspectives on beliefs
  • Builds rapport for honest sharing
• What is the first best practice for conducting unstructured interviews?

  Establish rapport with the interviewee
• What is the role of active listening in unstructured interviews?

  It guides the conversation naturally
• What are the main uses of unstructured interviews in psychology?

  • Explore lived experiences
  • Explore complex attitudes
  • Investigate sensitive topics
  • Highlight detailed understanding and rapport building
• What are common scenarios for using unstructured interviews?

  • Studying lived experiences
  • Exploring complex attitudes
  • Investigating sensitive topics
• What are the best practices for conducting unstructured interviews?

  • Establish rapport with the interviewee
  • Use open-ended questions
  • Actively listen to guide the conversation
  • Take thorough notes
  • Reflect on and analyze the content afterward
• What are the key differences between structured and unstructured interviews?

  • Structured interviews:
  • Standardized questions
  • Limited flexibility
  • Unstructured interviews:
  • Adapt questions
  • In-depth exploration
• What should you do to capture key information during an interview?

  Take thorough notes
• What is a key characteristic of structured interviews?

  Uses pre-defined, identical questions