Freud wrote that the case study of Little Hans provided support for his theory of sexuality. Outline two pieces of evidence from the study that support Freud's theory of sexuality.

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  1. Freud wrote that the case study of Little Hans provided support for his theory of sexuality.  Outline two pieces of evidence from the study that support Freud’s theory of sexuality.                                                

  1. The study by Freud contains the following extract of a conversation between

Hans and his father.

Father:  When the horse fell down did you think of your Daddy?

Hans:        Perhaps.  Yes, it’s possible

  1. What was Hans’ father trying to find out with this questioning?
  • He was trying to find out if the horse reminds him of his father.        

b.        Give one problem with this type of questioning.        

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  • It is called leading questions. He is putting words in his mouth. The subject is vulnerable and also seeks approval from his father, therefore he agrees.

  1. The study by Freud is an example of “action research” where the researcher

collects evidence at the same time as attempting to bring about a change in the situation.  Using the case study of Little Hans as an example, give two problems with conducting action research.

                                

  • The case seems to be both scientific evidence and treatment, these should be separated, because you can’t treat what you are investigating, ...

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