PSYB32H3 Lecture Notes - Lecture 3: Neuroanatomy, Chiropractic, Memory Span
28 Sep 2016
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Test-retest reliability test given over 2 given occasions measure twice = consistent (e. g. measuring foot twice w/ ruler has to be the same) Alternate-form reliability test appears in 2 diff. versions/forms e. g. 2 diff makeup test, expect average to be same. Internal consistency reliability ruler each unit has to be consistent to other items. Validity weather a measure fulfils its intended measure. Content validity measure adequently samples the domain of interest, 20 symptoms. Criterion validity evaluating by determining whether a measure is associated in an expected way by a criterion prediction validity etc. Construct validity measure of depression, one item rate sleep, one symptom only. Whether they have a predisposition to certain disorder. Any pre-existing history mental disorder in past, treated, onset etc. \ Process of elimination to determine diagnosis, base rates- e. g. 15 yr old w/ alzheimers, less likely relationships with friends, family, medical/developmental history,
