Guidelines for Child Custody Evaluations

Question 1

The Guidelines for Custody Evaluations states that determining the child’s psychological __________ is the primary purpose of a child custody evaluation, and that a child’s __________ is paramount.

Answer 1

Best interests; welfare

Question 2

The focus of a custody evaluation should be on __________, the child’s psychological needs, and the fit between them.

Answer 2

Parenting attributes

Question 3

Psychologists are required to avoid engaging in __________, when doing so can be expected to result in reduced impartiality, confidence, or effectiveness, or expose individuals to harm or exploitation.

Answer 3

Multiple relationships

Question 4

Informed consent states that psychologists attempt to obtain consent using language that is __________ to the examinee.

Answer 4

Reasonably understandable

Question 5

Psychologists are encouraged to employ __________ of data collection, to avoid being influenced by personal biases and unsupported beliefs, and to document the __________ of their data.

Answer 5

Multiple methods; limitations