Single case design: A critique of methodology and analysis of recent trends

Author(s): Hollin, C. R.

Journal/Book: Clin Psychol Psychother. 1995; 2: Baffins Lane, Chichester, W Sussex, England PO19 1UD. John Wiley & Sons Ltd. 177-191.

Abstract: Following a brief discussion of the history of the development and use of single cases studies, an overview of the single ease design in contemporary outcome research is offered. This overview encompasses varieties of single case design, methods of data analysis, and pitfalls and problems with single case methodology. An analysis of current trends in single case design, based on publications in two leading behavioural journals, highlights a move toward alternating treatment designs and the growth of cognitive measures in single case studies. It is concluded that while single case designs are not necessarily the design of choice in all circumstances they are a fundamental research strategy in outcome research.

Note: Review CR Hollin, Univ Birmingham, Sch Psychol, Birmingham B15 2TT, W Midlands, England

Keyword(s): EVALUATING TREATMENT INTERVENTIONS; MAINTAINED CONTROLLED DRINKING; ALTERNATING TREATMENTS DESIGN; EMPIRICAL CLINICAL-PRACTICE; TIME-SERIES ANALYSIS; MULTIPLE-BASELINE; RANDOMIZATION TESTS; STATISTICAL TESTS; PSYCHOTHERAPY; DISORDERS

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