What are some interesting case studies in psychology?

What are some interesting case studies in psychology?

There are many fascinating case studies in psychology. One notable example is the case of Phineas Gage, who survived a severe brain injury that changed his personality. Would you like to hear more about this case?

Yes, please tell me more about Phineas Gage.

Phineas Gage was a railroad construction foreman who, in 1848, had a 3-foot iron rod accidentally driven through his skull. Remarkably, he survived, but his personality changed drastically, leading to insights about the brain's role in personality and behavior.

That's really interesting! Are there other case studies that have influenced psychology?

Absolutely! Another significant case is that of Little Albert, where John Watson and Rosalie Rayner demonstrated classical conditioning by conditioning a baby to fear a white rat. This study raised ethical questions about experimentation.

What ethical concerns arose from the Little Albert study?

The Little Albert study raised concerns about the lack of informed consent and the potential psychological harm to the child, as well as the long-term effects of conditioning.