Clinical Psychology Chapter 9

Intelligence

Lacks a universally accepted definition.

Charles Spearman

Proposed intelligence as a singular entity.

Louis Thurstone

Argued intelligence consists of multiple abilities.

James Cattell

Identified two distinct types of intelligence.

John Carroll

Developed three-stratum theory of intelligence.

Cattell-Horn-Carroll Theory

Integrates multiple intelligence theories into one framework.

David Wechsler

Creator of Wechsler Intelligence Tests.

Wechsler Intelligence Tests

Assess various cognitive abilities in individuals.

Stanford-Binet Scales

Measures fluid reasoning and knowledge.

Fluid Reasoning

Ability to solve novel problems.

Quantitative Reasoning

Skill in mathematical problem-solving.

Visual-Spatial Processing

Understanding spatial relationships and visual information.

Working Memory

Short-term memory for processing information.

Cultural Fairness

Ensures tests are unbiased across cultures.

Universal Nonverbal Intelligence Test-2

Nonverbal assessment of intelligence.

Wechsler Individual Achievement Test

Comprehensive test of academic skills.

Standard Scores

Scores that compare individual performance to norms.

Specific Learning Disorder

Difficulty in specific academic skills.

Neuropsychological Assessment

Evaluates cognitive functioning and brain health.

Halstead-Reitan Battery

Comprehensive neuropsychological assessment tool.

Luria-Nebraska Battery

Assesses various cognitive functions and skills.

Bender Visual-Motor Gestalt Test

Evaluates visual-motor integration abilities.

Repeatable Battery for Neuropsychological Status

Quick assessment of cognitive function.

Wechsler Memory Scale

Measures different aspects of memory.