Case Studies

The video discusses the case of Genie, a girl who grew up in isolation, and how her case became a significant study in psychology. It explains the concept of case studies, their strengths, such as providing detailed insights and using various methods, and their limitations, including potential bias and lack of generalizability. Ethical considerations in case studies are also highlighted, using Genie's case as an example.

What was the initial reaction of researchers when they learned about Genie's case?

• They were indifferent.

• They were eager to study her.

• They wanted to keep her story private.

• They were concerned about her well-being.

Which of the following is NOT a reason why psychologists use case studies?

• To explore new ideas and theories.

• To gather large-scale statistical data.

• To illustrate how different aspects of life are interconnected.

• To study phenomena that cannot be recreated in labs.

What is a key advantage of using case studies in research?

• They are inexpensive to conduct.

• They offer detailed insights into individual cases.

• They provide a quick overview of a subject.

• They always provide conclusive evidence.

Which of the following is a limitation of case studies?

• They are not useful for exploratory research.

• They provide only qualitative data.

• They often lack scientific rigor.

• They are always conducted in laboratories.

What ethical issue is highlighted in Genie's case study?

• The research continued indefinitely.

• Genie was never placed in a care home.

• Researchers maintained complete objectivity.

• Informed consent was not obtained.

How did the research on Genie end?

• It concluded with a breakthrough discovery.

• It ended with Genie being adopted by researchers.

• It was stopped due to lack of funding.

• It continued with increased funding.

What is a common issue faced by researchers conducting case studies over long periods?

• They often lose interest in the subject.

• They may become biased and lose objectivity.

• They always find conclusive results.

• They are unable to gather any data.