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idiographic

id·i·o·graph·ic [ ìddee ə gráffik ]


adjective 
Definition:
 
emphasizing individuals: concentrating on specific cases and the unique traits or functioning of individuals, rather than on broad generalizations about human behavior. Idiographic research methods in psychology include the case study, which is characterized by the distinctiveness of each case.
See also  nomothetic (sense 2)


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