Freud - Evaluation

Question 1

What were two weaknesses of Freud’s study?

Answer 1

• Lack of objectivity - Little Hans was a huge fan of Freud’s and his work. Also Freud only saw Little Hans on one/two occasions.
• Case study of one individual - Hard to generalise to a target population.

Question 2

What are two strengths of Freud’s study?

Answer 2

• Provided a huge amount of qualitative data giving us an in-depth look at Little Hans - increases the validity of results.
• Particularly useful when helping someone with abnormal behaviour - provides insight into treating patients.