PSYC 365 Chapter Notes - Chapter 5: Psychological Evaluation, Clinical Formulation, Jargon
6 Jul 2019
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Iterative decision making process in which data are systematically collected on the person and their history and the person"s physical, social, and cultural environment. They are based on initial understanding of the problem being assessed, preliminary information gathering that, in most cases leads to refinement of the understanding of the problem and alteration in assessment activities. Involves on gathering and integration of multiple types of data from multiple sources and perspectives. They are undertaken to address specific goals which guides psychologist to address clearly and precisely formulates questions during the assessment. Apply knowledge of individual and cultural characteristics in assessment and diagnosis. Select instruments based on available normed data and/or criterion-referenced standards and address any limitation in that selection. Administer and score instruments following current guidelines and psychometric research. Interpret and synthesize results from multiple sources following current guidelines and psychometric research. Competencies in psychological assessment expected at the point of licensure.
