Psychology testing 2 Flashcards
What is the overarching aim of psychological assessment?
To provide a comprehensive understanding of an individual’s psychological characteristics, behaviors, and mental processes, informing decisions in various contexts.
What are some factors that can influence the specific aims of a psychological assessment?
Setting (clinical, educational, forensic), population (children, adults, older adults), purpose (diagnosis, treatment, research), and theoretical orientation (cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic).
What is the predictive aim of psychological assessment?
- To predict future behavior or outcomes (e.g., risk assessment),
- Identify potential for violence or harm to self/others,
- Forecast response to treatment.
What is the diagnostic-related aim of psychological assessment?
- To identify mental health conditions (e.g., anxiety, depression),
- Diagnose neurological or neuropsychological disorders
- Determine cognitive impairments or disabilities.
What is the descriptive aim of psychological assessment?
- To describe personality traits and characteristics
- Assess cognitive abilities and strengths/weaknesses.
- Evaluate emotional functioning and well-being.
What is the treatment-related aim of psychological assessment?
- Inform treatment planning and interventions
- Monitor progress and treatment effectiveness,
- Adjust treatment strategies as needed.
What is the evaluative aim of psychological assessment?
To evaluate the effectiveness of interventions or programs, assess treatment outcomes and program efficacy, and compare treatment approaches.
What is the developmental aim of psychological assessment?
- To identify developmental delays or disorders,
- Assess cognitive and emotional development,
- Inform educational or vocational planning.
What is the forensic aim of psychological assessment?
- To assess competency to stand trial,
- Evaluate criminal responsibility,
- Determine risk of reoffending.
What is the research aim of psychological assessment?
- To investigate psychological phenomena,
- Develop and validate assessment tools,
- Examine psychological theories and models.
What are some “other aims” of psychological assessment?
Employee selection and placement, educational placement and accommodations, disability evaluations, and insurance claims evaluations.
