30 Questions
What is the primary objective of the session?
To understand the importance of ethics in psychological evaluation
Who is responsible for the proper application, interpretation, and use of evaluation instruments?
The psychologists themselves, regardless of who scores and interprets the tests
According to the American Psychological Association, what is the nature of the principles of ethics in psychological evaluation?
General principles applicable to all testing situations
What is the basis of a psychologist's evaluation, recommendations, and reports?
Information and techniques sufficient to provide an adequate basis for findings
What is the role of psychologists in explaining the results of an evaluation?
They ensure that an explanation of the results is provided to the person being evaluated or their authorized representative
Under what circumstances can a psychologist conduct an evaluation or intervention?
Only within the context of a defined professional relationship
What is the purpose of explaining the results of an evaluation to the person being evaluated?
To help them understand the results and what they mean
Can psychologists use automated services to score and interpret tests?
Yes, but they are still responsible for ensuring the proper use of the instruments
What is the primary focus of the principles of ethics in psychological evaluation?
To ensure the well-being of the client
Who developed the principles of ethics in psychological evaluation?
The American Psychological Association
What should the language of the explanation of the results be like?
Simple and easy to understand
Who can provide explanations of the results of an evaluation?
The psychologist who administered the test, or their authorized representative
What is essential for psychologists to know when using evaluation techniques?
The reliability, validity, standardization, and application of the techniques
What should psychologists be aware of when making diagnoses or predictions?
The limits of the certainty of their judgments
Why might psychologists need to adjust their evaluation techniques or interpretations?
Because of the characteristics of the person being evaluated, such as gender or language
What should psychologists consider when interpreting evaluation results?
The different aspects of the test and characteristics of the person being evaluated
What is a key principle in psychological evaluation?
To be aware of the limitations of evaluation techniques and interpretations
What should psychologists do when using evaluation techniques with diverse populations?
Adjust the techniques based on the individual characteristics of the person being evaluated
What is a common consequence of a transgression?
Affecting the harmony of a person or group
What is a characteristic of a transgressor?
They are conscious of violating a rule
What is the purpose of a transgression, besides achieving a goal?
To show that one's needs and desires are more important than the norm
What can the consciousness of transgressions provide?
Awareness of what may disturb others
What can indicate the level of a transgression?
The gestures of the receiver
Between whom can a transgression occur?
Between individuals who are symmetric or asymmetric
What do psychologists strive to maintain when using tests and other evaluation techniques?
The integrity and security of the tests
What is the primary function of norms in human society?
To maintain social order
What type of norm outlines the standards of behavior that people are expected to follow?
Prescriptive norm
What is the result of transgressing a social norm?
Social sanction or punishment
What is the term for the act of breaking a rule or norm?
Transgression
What is the feeling associated with transgression?
Hostility
Study Notes
Ethics in Psychological Evaluation
- The American Psychological Association (1992) proposed general ethical principles for any test administration.
Principle 1: Evaluation, Diagnosis, and Intervention
- Psychologists only conduct evaluations, diagnoses, or interventions within a defined professional relationship.
- Evaluations, recommendations, reports, and diagnostic or evaluative statements are based on sufficient information and techniques.
Principle 2: Scoring and Interpretation of Assessment Results
- Psychologists maintain responsibility for the adequate application, interpretation, and use of assessment instruments.
Principle 9: Explanation of Results
- Psychologists ensure that an explanation of the results is provided, using language that the individual or authorized person can understand.
Principle 4: Use of Assessment in General and with Special Populations
- Psychologists are aware of the limits of certainty in making diagnoses, judgments, and predictions about individuals.
- Psychologists identify situations where certain interventions, assessment techniques, or norms may not be applicable or may require adjustments.
Principle 5: Interpretation of Assessment Results
- Psychologists take into account the different aspects of the test and characteristics of the individual being evaluated that may affect the psychologist's judgment.
Transgression
- Transgression implies a range of behaviors, from the most serious to the slightest offenses.
- A transgressor is aware of violating a rule, adding an element of provocation to the transgression.
- Transgression can affect the harmony of an individual or group.
Consequences of Transgression
- Transgressors affect the harmony of an individual or group.
- The awareness of transgressions allows us to recognize what may disturb an individual or group.
- The gestures made by the receiver indicate the level of transgression.
- Transgression can occur between symmetric or asymmetric individuals.
Principle 10: Maintaining Test Security
- Psychologists strive to maintain the integrity and security of tests and other assessment techniques, in accordance with the law and contractual obligations.
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