Kirsten is a new psychology student. She is doing a presentation to a group of peers on psychological tests to help diagnose various illnesses in teenagers. Discuss the psychological tests used to diagnose various illnesses
a. What are the most commonly used?
b. What do they tell about the person?
Students' answers should include the following:
a. The most common tests used are the following:
• Rorschach Test—inkblot test
• Word Association Test—words given quickly as a response
• Draw-A-Person Test—self-perception or symbolism
• Beck Depression Inventory—self-rating according to statements pertaining to mood
• Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory—true-or-false test to analyze personality traits
b. Tests are administered to detect personality, characteristics, and self-concept, along with conflicts.
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