AP PSYCHOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Case studies provide an interesting example of an idiographic approach, as they provide an in-depth insight into an individual or small group which can be used to evaluate a theory. For example, Shallice and Warrington (1970) examined the case of Patient KF, who experienced a motorbike accident.

Detailed explanation-2: -An idiographic approach involves the thorough, intensive study of a single person or case in order to obtain an in-depth understanding of that person or case, as contrasted with a study of the universal aspects of groups of people or cases.

Detailed explanation-3: -The idiographic approach focuses on the individual and their own unique psychological blueprint. This approach focuses on case studies and interviews in order to learn about the individual, rather than relying on psychometrics. This kind of research also requires a longer period of time spent with the individual.

Detailed explanation-4: -Case studies tend to focus on qualitative data using methods such as interviews, observations, and analysis of primary and secondary sources (e.g., newspaper articles, photographs, official records). Sometimes a case study will also collect quantitative data.