PSY240H5 Chapter Notes - Chapter 4: Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale, Neuropsychological Assessment, Ct Scan
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Psychological assessment procedure by which clinicians, using psychological tests, observation, and interviews, develop a summary of the client"s symptoms and problems. Clinical diagnosis process through which a clinician arrives at a general summary classification of the patient"s symptoms by following a clearly defined system *dsm-iv-tr or icd-10] Assessment ongoing process and may be important at other points during treatment. Establishing baselines for various psychological functions so that the effects can of treatment can be measured. Criteria based on these measurements may be established as part of treatment plan such that therapy is considered successful and terminated only when client"s behaviour meets predetermined criteria. Comparison of post-treatment with pretreatment assessment results essential feature of many research projects designed to evaluate the effectiveness of various therapies. Must be able to identify the presenting problem, or major symptoms and behaviour. Clear understanding of individual"s behavioural history, intellectual functioning, personality characteristics, and environmental pressures and resources.
