Discussion 6: projective tests

projective tests purpose

• custody/parenting abilities

• factors leading to crime

• recidivism

Projection

any meaning/message that is theoretically a “projection” of the patient’s unconsious thoughts about people/things

Thematic apperception test

• 31 cards, client chooses a subset

• goes through cards one at a time, tells a story interpreting cards

• Other influences might effect responses

  • mood

  • environment characteristics

  • past

Rosoch ink blot test

• We all know it.

• Fuck you Watchmen

Rorschart test pros

• normed

• standardized

• good for thought disorders

• surprisingly reliable

Rorschart test cons

• over pathologized

• typically poor standardization

• high false positives

• can be manipulated