44 Questions
Which of the following is NOT considered in the scoring systems of the Rorschach test?
Emotional response
Who among the following saw the Rorschach test as a perceptual-cognitive process where the responses themselves are interpreted?
S. Beck
Which phase of the Rorschach test involves eliciting why and how the individual responded as they did?
Inquiry Phase
Which of the following statements is true regarding the scoring systems of the Rorschach test?
All scores are considered holistically to reveal the individual's personality.
Why did the Rorschach test fall into disrepute by the 1960s?
Lack of standardisation in administration and scoring.
What is the Rorschach Inkblot Test used for?
To reveal personality traits
What is the administration of the Rorschach Inkblot Test?
Using 10 symmetrical ink blots on separate cards
What is the purpose of projective techniques?
To reveal unconscious events
What is a criticism of projective techniques?
They lack standardization and systematic scoring procedures
What is an example of a verbal technique?
The Rotter Incomplete Sentences Blank
What are projective techniques in personality assessment?
Techniques that prioritize the unique aspects of an individual's personality over generalities
What are the two stages involved in projective techniques?
Perception and interpretation
What is the meaning of projection in projective techniques?
The unconscious defense against unacceptable impulses by attributing them to external entities
What is the main difference between projective techniques and self-report techniques?
Projective techniques prioritize the functioning and unique aspects of an individual's personality over generalities
What is the validity of projective techniques according to the text?
Negligible
What is the recommended measure for assessing personality reliably and validly according to the text?
Self-report measures
What is the internal consistency of emotional indicators according to the text?
Moderate to acceptable
What is the problem with test-retest reliability of specific features according to the text?
It is problematic
What is the main issue with projective techniques in detecting faking or response styles according to the text?
They lack response style indices
What is the main difference between Exner's Comprehensive System and other scoring systems?
Exner's system emphasizes structural variables over content variables
What is the problem with normative data in Exner's Comprehensive System?
It can lead to over-pathologizing of normal US adults
What is the inter-rater reliability in Exner's Comprehensive System?
Greater than 0.85
What is the main issue with validity data in Exner's Comprehensive System?
Different systems of scoring and interpretation make validity data problematic
What is the main purpose of the Thematic Apperception Test?
To measure personality traits
What is the primary purpose of projective techniques?
To reveal covert or unconscious aspects of personality
What led to the development of projective techniques?
The desire to study disturbed personalities in detail
What are the features of projective techniques?
Clear and specific stimuli
What is a claimed advantage of projective techniques?
They bypass conscious defenses of the respondent
What is an example of an inkblot technique?
The Rorschach test
What is a limitation of the Thematic Apperception Test (TAT)?
The TAT has been criticized for over pathologizing
What is the purpose of need-based scoring schemes for the TAT?
To systematize administration and scoring
What is the inter-scorer reliability for McClelland's need for achievement?
0.82-0.9
What is a similarity between the TAT and the Rorschach Test?
Both tests have fewer studies conducted compared to the MMPI
What is the main difference between sentence completion tests and the TAT?
TAT is used for assessing attitudes, motives, and conflicts
What is the main difference between the Rotter Incomplete Sentences Blank and inkblot or TAT tests?
The Rotter Incomplete Sentences Blank requires grammatically consistent responses, while inkblot and TAT tests do not.
What is the purpose of the Rotter Incomplete Sentences Blank?
To measure personal adjustment or emotional stability
What is the scoring range for the Rotter Incomplete Sentences Blank?
0 to 6
What is the difference between the Sign Approach and Global Approach in the Draw-A-Person Test?
The Sign Approach draws inferences from isolated features of the drawings, while the Global Approach looks at more global aspects.
What is the reliability of the Rotter Incomplete Sentences Blank over 6 months?
0.7
What is the original method for interpreting the TAT, according to Murray?
Analyzing the protagonist, the forces that shape perception, and environmental forces
How many cards are used in the TAT?
19
What is the main challenge in establishing reliability and validity for the TAT?
The use of diverse scoring and administration procedures
How many sessions are used for the TAT and how many cards are responded to in each session?
Two 1-hour sessions with 10 cards in each session
What is included in the normative data for the TAT?
The speed of responses, the length of the stories, and the general framework for interpretation
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