Types of psychological assessments

Clinical Interviews

Face-to-face conversations between a psychologist and an individual to gather information about their history, symptoms, and concerns.

Psychological Tests

these includes standardized tests and questionnaires that assess specific psychological constructs, such as intelligence, personality, or psychopathology.

Observational Methods

Directly observing an individuals behavior in the natural or controlled settings to father information about their behavior and interactions.

Projective Tests

These are open-ended assessments, like the Rorschach inkblot test, that require individuals to respond to amibigous stimuli, revealing underlying thoughts and feelings.

Neuropsychological Assessments

used to evaluate cognitive and behavioral functioning related to brain function, often used in cases of brain injury/neurological disorders.