What is the difference between psychological assessment and diagnosis?
What will be an ideal response?
An assessment involves gathering information (ideally from multiple sources), while a diagnosis entails matching the information (primarily on signs and symptoms) gathered to a set of criteria.
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a. Rests and responsibilities of test-takers b. Responsibilities of users of standardized tests (RUST) c. Test critiques d. Health insurance portability and accountability act of 1996 (HIPPA)
A 30-year-old African American female says she would feel most comfortable with a clinician of similar age and background. To enhance the therapeutic alliance, it would be best to
(a) pair her with an older African American counselor to minimize transference. (b) assign her to a clinician who specializes in her presenting problem, regardless of other factors. (c) assign her to a clinician who is very different than she to gently challenge her assumptions and stereotypes. (d) honor her request as closely as possible.
In 1860, it is estimated that more than ____ of Chinese women were prostitutes.
a) 95% b) 25% c) 40% d) 80%
As the information superhighway continues to grow at a rapid pace, which of the following will most likely be used to control users at the receiving end of information?
a. biometric technology (voiceprint, thumbprint). b. encryption methods. c. security gates. d. site licenses.