10 Questions
What is a limitation of case studies, as highlighted in the text?
They cannot be generalized to the broader population
What behavior did Charles Darwin observe in his son, William Erasmus, at the age of two years and three months?
Throwing books or sticks at those who offended him
What is a potential bias in case studies, as mentioned in the text?
Cultural and parental expectations
Who is known for his work in developmental psychology and wrote about the development of his own children?
Jean Piaget
What is a reason why case studies are essential, as mentioned in the text?
They are necessary for studying individuals with unique abilities or disabilities
What type of data collection method yields rich data suitable for qualitative analysis?
Semi-Structured Interviews
Which method provides objective data when valid and reliable?
Tests
What is a primary advantage of using longitudinal cohort designs?
Offer normative data for typical developmental patterns
What is a disadvantage of using cross-sectional methods?
Does not have information on developmental continuities
Regarding ethical considerations in research, what is a crucial requirement from participants or their guardians?
Informed consent
Explore developmental psychology through the case study of Charles Darwin's son, William Erasmus (Doddy). Discover Darwin's observations on Doddy's early vision and anger expressions. Test your knowledge on developmental milestones and behaviors.
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