Term ID: T2589

Idiographic Assessment

/idiographic-assessment/
Evaluation approaches that focus on understanding the unique characteristics, patterns, and meanings specific to individual cases rather than comparing to group norms.
Example: Detailed case studies examining one person's specific symptoms, triggers, and coping patterns to develop individualized treatment plans rather than using standardized protocols.

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Reference: Allport (1937)